Data Collection Operator

An Innovative Robotics Company Advancing Automation for Industrial Operations.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Disability & life insurance

401k package

Job summary

HireArt, Inc. is assisting a client in recruiting a Data Collection Operator in Santa Clara, CA. This is a full-time, onsite contract position requiring hands-on operation of robotic systems and data collection tools to support AI model training.

The role emphasizes strong coordination, spatial awareness, and attention to detail, with shifts from 3:00 PM-11:00 PM or 4:00 PM-12:00 AM and a 40-hour workweek. Healthcare benefits and other standard employment provisions are anticipated through

Qualifications

• Excellent physical coordination and spatial awareness.
• Sharp attention to detail for long shifts.
• Ability to stand/walk 8+ hours daily and perform hands-on tasks.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic systems and data collection equipment to capture motion and behavioral data.
• Guide robots through movements and workflows to generate AI training data.
• Upload, validate, and organize collected data for model training.
• Troubleshoot operational issues during robot operation and data collection.
• Perform robot bring-up, calibration, and shutdown procedures safely.

Skills

Coordination

Spatial awareness

Attention to detail

Endurance

Quick learner

Teamwork & communication

Interest in robotics & AI

Job description

An Innovative Robotics Company Advancing Automation for Industrial Operations.

Data Collection Operator

Full time

Location

Work environment

In-person

Expected pay amount

25.00 - 30.00 USD Per Hour

Schedule

40 hours per week, with shifts from 3:00 PM-11:00 PM or 4:00 PM-12:00 AM. Weekend availability and scheduling flexibility are ideal.

Contract

HireArt is helping our client find Data Collection Operators to support the development of advanced AI-powered robotics through hands-on robot operation and data collection.

In this role, you’ll operate robotic systems using specialized data collection tools to capture high-quality motion and behavioral data used to train robots to perform complex tasks in real-world environments. You’ll work closely with robotics and AI teams to improve robot performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and support safe, efficient data collection.

The ideal candidate has excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and attention to detail. You’re comfortable performing hands-on tasks for extended periods, learning new technologies quickly, and adapting to changing workflows. You’re also collaborative, receptive to feedback, and enthusiastic about robotics and AI.

As a Data Collection Operator, you’ll:

• Operate robotic systems using advanced data collection equipment to capture high-quality motion and behavioral data.
• Guide robots through designated movements, manipulation tasks, and workflows to generate demonstration data for AI model training.
• Upload, validate, and organize collected data to ensure accuracy and usability for AI training.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report operational issues encountered during robot operation and data collection.
• Perform robot bring-up, calibration, and shutdown procedures to maintain safe and reliable operations.
• Collaborate with AI, perception, and controls engineers to improve teleoperation processes and robotic behaviors.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while following established operational procedures.

Requirements

• Excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and attention to detail
• Ability to operate data collection equipment for extended periods while maintaining focus and accuracy
• Ability to stand, walk, and operate equipment for 8+ hours per day
• Ability to quickly learn new physical tasks, tools, and operational workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to receive and apply feedback
• Interest in robotics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with teleoperation systems, humanoid robots, or robotic manipulators
• Familiarity with VR interfaces, haptic devices, motion tracking, or robotic control systems
• Basic hardware and software troubleshooting skills related to robot teleoperation
• Enthusiasm for developing and scaling next-generation robotic systems
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment:

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Santa Clara, CA area.

HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.