Data Collection Operator

GraceMark Solutions; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GraceMark Solutions is hiring a Data Collection Operator to support robotics and AI data collection efforts. The role involves operating robots in controlled environments, executing data collection workflows, and annotating data for model training.

You will help ensure data quality and reliability for advanced robotic systems. The position emphasizes hands-on technical work, adherence to SOPs, and collaboration with a fast-paced operations team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting robotics or AI data collection is preferred.
• Experience operating robots or handling hands-on technical systems.
• Ability to follow structured procedures with high accuracy and consistency.
• Familiarity with data annotation tools, issue-tracking systems, or technical reporting workflows is a plus.
• Experience with SOP development, process improvement, or operational workflows is an advantage.
• Comfortable working in VR environments.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate robots and execute data collection workflows accurately, following SOPs.
• Collect, review, and annotate data using internal tools to support AI model training and robotics development.
• Document operational issues, identify system errors, and provide detailed reports to support troubleshooting.
• Maintain robots, equipment, and data collection environments to ensure operational readiness.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to improvements in processes, tools, and SOPs.
• Support robotics operations in laboratory and residential environments.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain high standards of data accuracy, quality, and integrity.

Skills

Robotics experience

VR environments

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Procedural compliance

Data fundamentals

Tools

Data annotation tools

Issue-tracking systems

SOP frameworks

Job description

We're Hiring: Data Collection Operator – Robotics & AI

About the Opportunity

We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented Data Collection Operators to support advanced robotics operations and help generate high-quality data for AI and machine learning training.

In this role, you will operate robots in controlled laboratory and residential-style environments, execute data collection workflows, and annotate collected data to help improve robotic performance and AI capabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in robotics, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and hands-on technical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate robots and execute data collection workflows accurately, following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collect, review, and annotate data using internal tools to support AI model training and robotics development.
• Document operational issues, identify system errors, and provide detailed reports to support troubleshooting.
• Maintain robots, equipment, and data collection environments to ensure operational readiness.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to improvements in processes, tools, and SOPs.
• Support robotics operations in laboratory and residential-style environments.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain high standards of data accuracy, quality, and integrity.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience supporting robotics, autonomous systems, AI data collection, or technical operations is preferred.
• Experience operating robots, technical equipment, or other hands-on operational systems.
• Ability to follow structured procedures with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
• Familiarity with data annotation tools, issue-tracking systems, or technical reporting workflows is a plus.
• Experience with SOP development, process improvement, or operational workflows is an advantage.
• Comfortable working in VR environments.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable standing and performing physically active tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to wear operational equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Must meet the required height range of 5'5" to 6'0" to safely operate the required VR equipment.

Work Schedule

This is an on-site position with the following available shifts:

• Morning Shift: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Evening Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Why Join This Opportunity?

Be part of an innovative team working at the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and real-world automation. Your contributions will directly support the development and training of advanced robots designed to perform everyday tasks and improve how people live and work.

If you're passionate about technology, enjoy hands-on technical work, and want to contribute to the future of robotics and AI, we'd love to hear from you!