Robot Operator

TCWGlobal; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TCWGlobal in San Francisco is seeking a reliable Robot Operator for a 6-month assignment to support data collection for advanced robotics and AI applications. You will teleoperate robots through real-world manipulation tasks, producing consistent demonstrations used to improve robotic systems.

This hands-on role requires strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to perform repetitive work over extended periods; on-site shifts are Monday–Friday in SF.

Qualifications

• Hands-on robot operation with careful handling and repeatability.
• Strong manual dexterity and precise data collection.
• Reliable, detail-oriented with a collaborative work style.
• Interest in robotics and AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teleoperate robots through real-world manipulation tasks for extended periods.
• Operate robotic systems safely and consistently following procedures.
• Produce accurate demonstrations meeting daily volume and quality targets.
• Maintain precision across repetitive recording tasks.
• Monitor performance and provide feedback to research and hardware teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify operational improvements.
• Follow established operating procedures and maintain reliable performance.

Skills

Robot operation

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team collaboration

Onsite work

Shift flexibility

Job description

Duration: 6-month assignment (with possibility for extension or conversion)

Hours: Full-Time

Summary

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Robot Operator to support the collection of high-quality data for advanced robotics and artificial intelligence applications.

In this role, you will operate and teleoperate robots through real-world manipulation tasks, producing consistent and precise demonstrations used to improve robotic systems. This is a hands-on position requiring strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to perform repetitive work consistently over extended periods.

What You’ll Do

• Teleoperate robots through a broad range of real-world manipulation tasks for extended periods
• Operate robotic systems safely and consistently while following established procedures
• Produce accurate, high-quality demonstrations that meet daily volume and quality targets
• Maintain a high level of precision and consistency across repetitive recording tasks
• Monitor task performance and provide structured feedback to research and hardware teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify operational improvements and communicate observations from day-to-day robot operations
• Follow established operating procedures and maintain reliable performance across assigned tasks

What You Bring

• Demonstrated ability to perform careful, hands-on work with a high degree of consistency
• Strong attention to detail and pride in completing repetitive, detail-heavy work accurately
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Reliability, a collaborative attitude, and a strong work ethic
• Interest in robotics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technology
• Ability to work onsite in San Francisco
• Ability to work one of the required Monday–Friday shifts

Additional Information

This position involves repetitive, hands-on operation of robotic systems and requires sustained attention to precision and consistency.

Schedule

This role operates Monday through Friday with two available shifts:

• Morning Shift: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM PST
• Evening Shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM PST

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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