Onsite Robot Operator (12-Month Contract) – VR Prototyping

HireArt, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

HireArt, Inc. seeks a Robot Operator to join a deployed team at a Charleston, SC customer facility. You will operate robotic prototypes in a live production environment, perform recurring tasks, and collect data to improve robotic performance.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of performing focused, repetitive work while maintaining high precision. You will communicate technical observations clearly to remote teams and work onsite with strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to work extended periods with VR headset and operate robotic systems safely.
• Strong written communication to document observations for remote teams.
• Ability to follow safety, cleanliness, and access protocols in production environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate physical and simulated robotic prototypes for extended periods using VR headsets and controllers.
• Execute recurring customer tasks with high consistency, quality, and attention to detail while collecting data and evaluating autonomous behavior.
• Operate simulated robotic systems for training and data collection when the customer site is unavailable.
• Document task outcomes, issues, and technical observations and provide clear, actionable feedback to remote teams.
• Represent the company professionally while onsite at the customer facility.
• Follow all customer-site safety and access protocols.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on robotic systems.
• Participate in projects to improve tools, workflows, and processes.

Skills

VR headset operation

Focused repetitive tasks

Written communication

Safety protocols

Physical stamina (lift 25 lb)

OS proficiency (Windows/macOS/Linux)

U.S. driver’s license

U.S. citizenship

Typing speed 40 wpm

Onsite work

Tools

GitHub familiarity

Command-line interfaces

Remote platforms exposure

Job description

HireArt, Inc. seeks a Robot Operator to join a deployed team at a Charleston, SC customer facility. You will operate robotic prototypes in a live production environment, perform recurring tasks, and collect data to improve robotic performance.

Ideal candidates are reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of performing focused, repetitive work while maintaining high precision. You will communicate technical observations clearly to remote teams and work onsite with strict safety protocols.