Driver/ Vehicle Operator - Sign on Bonus

Wealth Recruitment, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Healthcare coverage

FSA

Short- and long-term disability and/or

Life insurance

401k package

Job summary

Wealth Recruitment, LLC in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Operator for part-time testing, data collection, and operation of autonomous vehicles.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid license, 3+ years driving, and comfort with autonomous vehicles. Shifts up to 30 hours per week with a pay rate of $23 per hour; benefits include pre-tax commuter benefits, healthcare coverage, FSA, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 3+ years of driving experience with a clean record.
• Comfortable operating autonomous vehicles.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and assist with wheelchairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety at all times.
• Demonstrate situational awareness and adapt to changes.
• Conduct data collection for engineering teams using proprietary software/hardware.
• Communicate effectively across channels and document activities.
• Work independently and maintain composure in fast-paced environments.
• Represent the company professionally to team members, engineers, and the public.
• Mentor and train other operators, showing leadership.
• Maintain and organize operational documents and distribute to the team.

Skills

High school diploma

Valid driver's license

3+ years driving experience

Autonomous vehicle driving

Lift 30 lbs

Push wheelchair into car

Methodical and process-oriented

Organized daily summaries

Stay calm under pressure

Electronics/mechanics/computer basics

Safe driving in all weather

Pre-employment checks

Random drug testing

Linux systems familiarity (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Linux systems

Job description

Are you excited about cutting-edge technology and innovation in transportation? Join us as an Autonomous Vehicle Operator, where you'll play a critical role in the testing, data collection, and operation of state-of-the-art autonomous vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety at all times, maintaining high standards both inside and outside the vehicle.
• Demonstrate situational awareness and adapt to changes in the environment while understanding and managing the technology in your care.
• Conduct vital data collection for engineering teams using advanced proprietary software and hardware.
• Communicate effectively across multiple channels and contribute to the team's knowledge and success.
• Work independently and exercise good judgment in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
• Represent the company and its technology professionally and courteously when interacting with team members, engineers, and the public.
• Mentor and train other operators, showcasing leadership skills.
• Maintain and organize operational documents, ensuring timely distribution to relevant team members.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• 3+ years of driving experience with a clean driving record
• Comfortable with driving Autonomous Vehicles
• The ability to lift 30 lbs regularly
• Comfortable pushing individuals in wheelchairs up a ramp and into a car
• Methodical and process-oriented
• Organized and able to document daily summaries
• Able to maintain composure under pressure
• A technical background working with electronics, mechanical components, or computers a plus
• Demonstrated safe driving ability in all weather conditions, including snow.
• Subject to pre‑employment drug screening, DMV, and criminal checks, as well as random drug testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in autonomous driving.
• Familiarity with Linux systems.

Working Conditions:

• This role requires physical tasks, including bending, stooping, and lifting up to 30 lbs during daily vehicle inspections.
• Expect to spend 4-6 hours daily inside the vehicle, performing operational tasks and data collection.

Pre-tax commuter benefits.

Employer-subsidized healthcare coverage.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare-related expenses.

Fully covered short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.

Competitive 401k package.

Shifts:

Part-Time: Up to 30 hours per week.

Available shifts below, with shifts between 10 AM and 9 PM; weekend availability is appreciated, but openings in all roles are currently available.

Schedules are consistent week to week—no on-call or rotating shifts.

Pay Rate = $23 per hour