Autonomous Vehicle Operator

Who We Are

Nuro exists to better everyday life through robotics. The company's custom electric autonomous vehicles are designed to bring the things you need—from produce to prescriptions—right to your home. Nuro's autonomous, goods-focused solution can give you valuable time back and more freedom to do what you love. This convenient, eco-friendly alternative to driving has the potential to make streets safer and cities more livable.

About the Role

Our operations team is growing and we are looking for Autonomous Vehicle Operators to join us. In this role you will be responsible for operating our autonomous test vehicles that run proprietary software and hardware.

Professionalism, care, and personal accountability are significant attributes as you will be expected to adhere to the culture of safety and standards of conduct exemplified by the team. You will have to pass a number of training checkpoints both in and out of the vehicle.

About the Work

• You will safely operate our autonomous vehicles and robots up to 8 hours a day, 5-6 days a week
• You will collaborate closely with our talented software & hardware engineers, as well as software operations specialists to advance our technologies and internal workflows, and ultimately help craft our product roadmap
• Utilize proprietary software to collect data and troubleshoot in a variety of real world situations, while simultaneously providing detailed and accurate feedback to our engineers
• You will occasionally interact with members of the public to educate them on autonomous vehicle technologies and behaviors

About You

• You possess a valid California driver's license with 3+ years of driving experience
• You have a clean driving record and pass a criminal background check
• You are responsible, reliable and detail-oriented
• You are able to work independently or in small groups and for periods without direct supervision
• You have advanced communication skills (written and verbal)
• You are self-driven and have experience working in a start-up or dynamic environments or the DNA to thrive in one
• You are an outstanding collaborator and excellent teammate
• You are flexible and willing to work different shifts including early AM, nights, and weekends
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position including bending, squatting, stretching and lifting up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.

Working Conditions and Essential Functions

Due to the nature of the position, this job requires:

• Sitting for up to 8 hours per day in an enclosed vehicle alone or with/as a co-driver.
• Bending, squatting, stretching and lifting up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• Side and up/down movement of the head, neck, back and shoulders necessary to operate a vehicle safely.
• Ability to work in a vehicle that may brake, swerve, slow, or stop abruptly.
• Holding and grasping with hands and frequent use of foot/feet to operate foot pedals when driving the vehicle.

At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position the reasonably expected base hourly rate is $24 per hour. Any future increases in pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, education, location, and skills. You may also be entitled to a yearly bonus based on individual and company performance.

At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.