Truck Operations Specialist

Aurora develops and commercially operates AI-powered self-driving freight technology through its Aurora Driver system.

Pittsburgh, United States
About Aurora Innovation, Inc.

Aurora is a public autonomous-vehicle technology company focused on self-driving freight. Its Aurora Driver combines hardware and AI software to operate trucks and underpins its driver-as-a-service trucking product.

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About the Role

You will safely pilot autonomous semi-trucks during road and closed-course testing. You will monitor vehicle autonomy, log performance feedback, escalate operational blockers, maintain required certifications and partner access, and represent the organization to the public.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of commercial truck-driving experience
  • Valid U.S. driver's license
  • Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License
  • Driving record that meets MVR guidelines
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Availability for night and rotating shifts, overtime, and weekends
  • Ability to pass FMCSA drug testing
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Ability to pass a DOT physical and meet DOT qualifications
  • Truck driver training or instruction experience
  • Truck technician experience
  • Experience in operations, technology, customer service, or automotive
  • G-Suite proficiency
  • Command-line interface experience

Responsibilities

  • Pilot autonomous semi-trucks for road and closed-course testing
  • Monitor the autonomous driving system during testing
  • Log real-time autonomy and platform performance feedback
  • Escalate operational blockers with proposed solutions
  • Collaborate on cross-functional projects
  • Maintain knowledge of software and operational changes
  • Maintain required partner application access
  • Maintain required certifications and accreditations
  • Work toward vehicle operations goals
  • Act as an ambassador to the public