Autonomous Vehicle Operator

Trillium Staffing; Grand Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Drivers in Grand Rapids, MN is seeking Autonomous Vehicle and Test Operators to support in-field data collection and safety testing of autonomous vehicles. The role involves operating vehicles safely, collecting data, and interacting with riders, engineers, and operations leaders.

Schedule is 10am–9pm Monday–Saturday and 8am–3pm Sundays; must be flexible within these hours. Pay rate is $23 per hour. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years.
• Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
• A thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and comfortable driving on different roads.
• Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect data on system performance and environmental factors.
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and operations leaders to provide feedback.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure safety.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks.
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
• Be prepared for actions of other drivers and pedestrians and for unexpected events.
• Be alert and distraction free while in vehicles.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Strong communication

Knowledge of traffic regulations

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Job description

Trillium Drivers is now seeking Autonomous Vehicle and Test Operators in Grand Rapids, MN!

Schedule:10am - 9pm Monday-Saturday and 8am-3pm Sundays; must be flexible to work within these hours.Pay rate: $23/hr.

As a Vehicle Operator, You’ll

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors.
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure operational safety.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks and system readiness.
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
• Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events.
• Be alert and distraction free while in vehicles.

Qualifications

• -A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
• -Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
• -Able to anticipate hazardous situations and act quickly and safely, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others when operating a motor vehicle
• -Have a thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
• -Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
• -A willingness to work in various weather conditions and comfortable driving on different types of roads
• -Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

• -Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
• -Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
• -Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.