Truck Operations Specialist

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Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Palmer, Texas based Terminal Operator who will prepare and inspect inbound and outbound autonomous vehicles, trailers, vendors, and other equipment and ensure that the Terminal is both a safe and efficient operating environment. This role requires the ability to operate Class-8 tractors within a yard and cross-functional collaboration and communication, a bias for action, proven experience maintaining operational quality control, and a detail-oriented mindset dedicated to continuous improvement.

Work Schedule: Weekend nights

In this role, you will

• Maintain a safe, efficient, and inclusive working environment

• Support initial build out of Terminals to support safe and efficient operation

• Prepare, inspect, and monitor advanced technology assets, including Autonomous Tractors, Aurora and third party trailers, scales, etc.

• Ferry hardware between facilities, when needed

• Identify opportunities for improvement and the solutions to be implemented

• Work closely with cross functional teams within the company (IT, Safety, Security, Software, Workplace, Product, etc) to ensure that site and infrastructure upgrades are completed in a timely manner and to the expected quality standards of Aurora.

• Establish and follow consistent intake cadence for equipment and supplies

• Creation of reports regarding equipment and terminal maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff

Required Qualifications

• Based in Palmer, TX with local, intra/interstate travel required 30-50% of time

• Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

• Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License

• Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines

• Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements.

• Is at least 21 years of age

• Must pass DOT physical

• Meet all DOT qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communications

• Attention to detail

• Proactive in finding creative solutions

• Self Starter - someone who “models the way”

• Familiar and functional understanding of logistics dispatching processes, procedures and tools

• Logistics fleet operations experience strongly preferred

• Ability to operate independently without managerial oversight

• Thorough understanding and application of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA regulations with a working understanding of commercial vehicle equipment and inspection

• Ability to interact well with outside vendors in the best interest of the company

Desired Qualifications

• Previous CVSA commercial vehicle inspection certifications are a plus.

The hourly wage range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 per hour. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

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At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization’s long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

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