Autonomous Operations Specialist, Equipment Operator

Pronto; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Equity

Sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pronto AI is seeking an Autonomous Operations Specialist, Equipment Operator to join our production-focused team. You will serve as a Safety Driver in autonomous off-road haul trucks at client sites across the US, collaborate with engineers to test new technologies, and operate additional heavy equipment as needed.

You will help refine safety procedures, conduct equipment inspections, and maintain accurate operation records while working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial startup environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional driving experience with a clean safety record
• Experience in mining or quarrying operations preferred
• Experience operating heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, bulldozers) preferred
• Willingness to travel and work occasional nights/weekends
• Based in AZ, FL, TX or WY

Responsibilities

• Serve as Safety Driver in autonomous off-road haul trucks at customer deployments across the US
• Collaborate with engineering teams to test and provide feedback on new technologies and features
• Operate other heavy equipment when needed (e.g., excavators, loaders, bulldozers)
• Assist with development and testing of off-road autonomous technologies
• Follow and help refine safety protocols
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintain records

Skills

Professional driving

Off-road operation

Heavy equipment operation

Travel readiness

Strong communication

Job description

Autonomous Operations Specialist, Equipment Operator

Who we are
Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) that automate operations in mines, quarries, and construction sites worldwide. While much of the industry remains in R&D, we deliver real, production-ready autonomy that is already operating in the field.
We are on a mission to make mining operations safer, smarter, and more efficient through cutting-edge technology, and we are building toward becoming the world’s first profitable AV technology company.

What you’ll do

We are looking for entrepreneurial Test Operators to help us revolutionize the mining and quarrying industries. We give our Operators a wide range of responsibilities / opportunities to help us develop and roll‑out our autonomous technologies to the world.

This is not a standard driving position - it's an opportunity for highly capable, motivated professionals to be part of a technology team that is moving fast, is inventing the future of haulage, and asks a lot of its team members.

• Serving as Safety Drivers in our autonomous off-road haul trucks at our customer deployments in our various locations across the US.
• Working directly with our engineering teams to test and provide feedback on new technologies / features
• When necessary, operating other heavy equipment, such as excavators, loaders, and / or bulldozers
• Assisting with the development and testing of our off-road autonomous technologies
• Following and helping to refine / further develop safety protocols
• Performing routine equipment inspections and light maintenance
• Maintaining accurate operating records

What we’re looking for

• An entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to be part of an early stage, deep tech startup that is inventing the future of the mining and quarrying industries
• Professional driving experience of at least 3-5 years, either off-road or on-road, with a clean safety record
• Experience with mining and / or quarrying operations preferred
• Experience operating other heavy equipment (e.g., excavators, loaders, bulldozers) preferred
• Willingness to travel as necessary and work occasional nights / weekends
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in demanding, fast-paced environments
• Based in Arizona, Florida, Texas or Wyoming
• Work on real, production-deployed autonomy.
• Build technology that directly improves safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Tackle complex challenges in demanding, real-world environments.
• Be part of a fast-moving team with high ownership and impact.
• See your work deployed and making a difference in the field.
• Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and industry operators.

What else you need to know

As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. While this role is remote, travel to our various field sites across the US is a critical part of this operation.

The base salary range for this role is $66,000-$78,000 per year and will vary based on location.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account Options
• 401(k)
• Equity
• Sick Time, Unlimited Flexible Time Off, and Paid Holidays

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Pronto accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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