Autonomous Vehicle Operator

RLink Solutions LLC; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Jurisdictional Sick leave

Job summary

RLink Solutions LLC in Austin, TX seeks an AV Operator for a data collection project. You will manually operate an electric vehicle along predefined routes, monitor system health, and perform basic hardware troubleshooting in the field for up to 8 hours per day.

The role demands disciplined attention to instructions, comfort with hardware and software, and strong documentation using Google Workspace. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, or weekends is required, with a contract of 6+ months

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License (3+ years) with a clean driving history.
• Ability to maintain high levels of focus during repetitive tasks and follow complex instructions.
• Comfort interacting with hardware and software.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and following structured documentation.
• Basic familiarity with Linux command-line is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Data Acquisition: Manual operation of an EV for up to 8 hours per day following predetermined routes.
• System Health Monitoring: Pre- and post-trip inspections of onboard hardware (Cameras, LiDAR, sensors).
• Technical Triage: Basic field maintenance, power-cycling systems and reseating data connectors.
• Operational Compliance: Log and upload data per project requirements.
• Reporting: Document any system anomalies or environmental observations.

Skills

Driving record

Process discipline

Technical proficiency

Google Workspace

Linux CLI

Tools

Linux command line

Job description

Benefits

• Jurisdictional Sick leave
• paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Job Title: AV Operator

Location: Austin, TX

Contract: 06+ months

Flexibility with hours: Willing to do night shift, day shift, swing shift

Project Deliverables

We are looking for support for a data collection project. The primary objective is to maintain the integrity of the data collection process by manually operating a vehicle including by following precise routes, ensuring system uptime, and performing basic hardware troubleshooting in the field.

Detailed Project Description

• Data Acquisition: Manual operation of an EV for up to 8 hours per day, strictly adhering to predetermined routes and structured collection protocols.
• System Health Monitoring: Comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections of specialized onboard hardware (Cameras, LiDAR, and secondary sensors).
• Technical Triage: Basic field maintenance, including power-cycling systems, reseating data connectors, and ensuring all sensors remain clean and unobstructed.
• Operational Compliance: Ensure data is logged correctly and uploaded according to project requirements.
• Reporting: Reporting/ documentation of any system anomalies, hardware issues, or unique environmental observations.

Project Eligibility Criteria

• Driving Record: Valid U.S. Driver’s License (3+ years) with a clean driving history.
• Process Discipline: Ability to maintain high levels of focus during repetitive tasks and follow complex instructions without deviation.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfort interacting with hardware and software. :
• Google Workspace: High proficiency in following and updating structured documentation.
• Bonus: Basic familiarity with Linux command-line (navigating directories or running provided scripts).

Physical Requirements:

• -Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• - Communication: Strong written skills for technical logging and the ability to relay hardware issues to the engineering team.
• - Availability: Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, or weekends .

- Helpful For Project

• - Experience in field data collection, mapping, or fleet operations.
• - Background as a Field Technician, IT Support Specialist, or similar hands-on technical role.
• - Experience operating Electric Vehicles (EVs).