Autonomous Truck Driver & Operations Specialist

Aurora; Aledo (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora seeks a Class A Driver based in Aledo, Texas to pilot autonomous semi trucks for on-road and closed-course testing, delivering real-time feedback to engineers. The role requires up to 50% travel, night and rotating shifts, and adherence to FMCSA and DOT requirements.

The position is a 6-month assignment with the potential to extend, with multiple shifts and weekend rotation. Base hourly wage ranges from $31.00–$38.50, plus benefits in a hybrid Aurora work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License
• Driving record must pass MVR guidelines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to travel as needed: (up to 50%)
• Available to work night shifts
• Ability to work rotating shifts as needed
• Ability to work regular overtime and some weekends
• 80% of shift time spent in vehicle (vehicle as office)
• Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
• Is at least 21 years of age
• Must pass DOT physical
• Meet all DOT qualifications

Responsibilities

• Safely pilot autonomous semi trucks for on road and closed course testing in service of our development and commercial pilot operations
• Remain alert and attentive while monitoring the Aurora Driver during extended stretches of autonomy
• Log real time feedback regarding autonomy and platform performance during testing, to be delivered to engineers
• Escalate operational blockers with suggested solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams throughout Aurora to help drive progress on Aurora’s mission
• Demonstrate positive impact at Aurora by working on cross-functional projects as time permits
• Maintain up to date knowledge of how our self-driving technology works. Understand daily software and operational changes.
• Maintain active and current status within required partner applications. This includes ensuring up to date user accounts, profile information, and necessary access permissions are configured and regularly verified across all critical third-party vendor platforms.
• Achieve and sustain all mandatory certifications and accreditations as designated by management, compliance bodies, or critical partner agreements.
• Work toward quantitative and qualitative goals that impact all of Vehicle Operations and Aurora
• Interact with the public as an ambassador for Aurora

Skills

Truck driving

Communication

Travel up to 50%

Night shifts

Rotating shifts

OT availability

DOT compliance

DOT physical

21+ age

MVR guidelines

Pass drug testing

29 CFR safety

DOT Q qualifications

Job description

Aurora seeks a Class A Driver based in Aledo, Texas to pilot autonomous semi trucks for on-road and closed-course testing, delivering real-time feedback to engineers. The role requires up to 50% travel, night and rotating shifts, and adherence to FMCSA and DOT requirements.

The position is a 6-month assignment with the potential to extend, with multiple shifts and weekend rotation. Base hourly wage ranges from $31.00–$38.50, plus benefits in a hybrid Aurora work environment.