Autonomous Vehicle Operator: Field Testing & Data

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 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.