The Company Outrider, the pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, helps large enterprises improve safety and increase efficiency. The only company exclusively focused on automating all aspects of yard operations, Outrider eliminates manual tasks that are hazardous and repetitive. Outrider's mission is to drive the rapid adoption of sustainable freight transportation by deploying zero-emission systems. Outrider is a private company backed by NEA, 8VC, Koch Disruptive Technologies, and other top-tier investors. For more information, visit www.outrider.ai.
The Role This is a 6 month temporary role with the potential for extension based on business needs.
Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver (CDL)
Reports to: Head of Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Site Operations
Responsibilities: • Test, operate, maintain, and evaluate Outrider's self-driving vehicle system • Safely operate vehicles, in the cab for 8-10+ hours per day • Monitor the vehicle and driving environment • Determine whether and how to return the vehicle to a minimum-risk condition • Intervene in automated driving tasks to resume manual or computer control for safety and performance assessment purposes
Requirements: • Desire and ability to understand Outrider's autonomous vehicle system and technology through the constant reading of documentation and Q&A with colleagues • Current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) valid in Colorado and in any other state of the United States, as requested (the CDL must be carried at all times on the job) • 3 years of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer driving experience • Safe and proficient backing skills using a variety of trailer types in dynamic yard environments • Clean driving record for the past 5 years • Flexibility for day, night, and/or weekend work, as needed (and sometimes on short notice) • Unwavering focus on safety and helping to explore and implement system improvements • Facility with desktop software and web applications • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Contagious energy and positivity in relationships and interactions • Sterling references • Availability for travel to Outrider's headquarters in Brighton, CO for a two week paid training program
Ideal Qualifications: • Yard hostler experience in a distribution center setting • Autonomous vehicle experience or expertise • Experience in operations, technology, robotics, or automotive field • Vehicle maintenance background • Experience with issue ticketing using software such as Fleetio, Jira, Zendesk or similar
Compensation and Benefits 2nd shift (4:30pm-1am Monday-Friday) Salary range of $28 - $32 an hour $25 monthly cell phone reimbursement $200 monthly meal stipend
Closing EEOC Statement At Outrider, we believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, experiences, and knowledge with the expectation that we thrive in an inclusive environment. Outrider is committed to a workforce where everyones opportunities are limitless regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any others that are protected by law.