Autonomous Vehicle Operator (Driver)

Key Resource Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Resource Group is seeking Vehicle Operators to support autonomous ride-hailing operations. The role emphasizes safety, vehicle readiness, and collaboration with multiple teams across engineering, operations, and strategy. Prior driving experience is valued, but candidates with strong technical acumen are welcome to apply.

As a VO, you will learn vehicle and personnel operations, with opportunities for promotion to Team Leader, Trainer, and more within a long-term career path.

Qualifications

• Basic vehicle knowledge to perform vehicle checks.
• Ability to drive for long duration (6 hours per day).
• Basic technology ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent driving history and no criminal history.
• Proactive mindset and resourcefulness.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience is a plus.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support vehicle operations.
• Drive 4-8 hours a day with a priority on safety.
• Conduct basic software operation tasks.
• Support missions through a wide variety of roles in and out of vehicles.
• Assist with documentation and metrics.
• Provide accurate written and oral feedback to engineering teams.
• Support vehicle maintenance and logistics.
• Conduct daily basic vehicle preventative maintenance checks, services, and repairs.

Skills

Vehicle knowledge

Technology aptitude

Written communication

Verbal communication

Clean driving history

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience

Military experience

Job description

No prior Autonomous Vehicle experience required but must be able to type 45 WPM

We are helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find Vehicle Operators to be at the forefront of turning the company's vision into reality. This is a long-term, ongoing role that has ability to promote from within to a Team Leader, Trainer, etc.

We are looking for people with either past driving experience on the job (can be Uber, Delivery, etc) OR people with strong technical acumen (perhaps you've done IT training or work, etc)

In this role, you'll always ensure safety, maintain vehicle readiness, complete software and hardware tests, and represent our client's brand as an ambassador to the public. You'll also assist and interact with multiple teams across the company, from computer vision, infrastructure, and sound design to strategy, vehicle engineering, and ride operations.

We're looking for operators who are disciplined, team players, and believe in doing whatever it takes to accomplish the mission. Working as a VO will give you the opportunity to learn vehicle and personnel operations. You'll have a front-row seat to the operational complexities of realizing autonomous mobility and the chance to contribute to the future.

As a Vehicle Operator, you will:

• Support vehicle operations.
• Drive 4-8 hours a day with a priority on safety.
• Conduct basic software operation tasks.
• Support missions through a wide variety of roles in and out of vehicles.
• Assist with documentation and metrics.
• Provide accurate written and oral feedback to engineering teams.
• Support vehicle maintenance and logistics.
• Conduct daily basic vehicle preventative maintenance checks, services, and repairs.
• Provide logistical support for the movement and storage of vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure the readiness and cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and the workplace.
• Assist with paperwork and documentation related to vehicle readiness.

Requirements

• Basic vehicle knowledge to perform vehicle checks, ability to drive for long duration (6 hours in the car per day)
• Basic technology ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent driving history and no criminal history
• Proactive mindset and resourcefulness
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience is a plus
• Military experience is a plus
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• Employer covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance