A national leader in autonomous vehicle technology is seeking box truck drivers to help test and improve the performance of the company's driverless 26-foot-long box trucks in running local routes to transport dry and refrigerated cargo, obtain data, provide feedback to engineering teams and nurture strong customer relationships.

Location - Springdale, AR,

Environment - Onsite

Pay rate - 26.00 - 28.00 USD Per Hour

Schedule - 9-10 hour shifts available between the hours of 6:30am and 1:30am (next day) are available 6 days per week (no shifts on Sundays and only occasional routes on Saturdays). (CST)

Assignment length - Ongoing contract

What you will be doing

• Safely operate 26ft (or longer) box trucks along local Springdale routes for on-time deliveries to retail customers.
• NOTE: the vehicles are currently being driven in manual mode with the aim of moving toward autonomous operations.
• Act as an ambassador for the company and being a versatile team member who communicates effectively on Slack, tracks and reviews job-related data, and performs ad-hoc projects as needed.
• Complete route testing by collaborating with software/hardware engineers and operations team members regarding collection/drop-off processes and procedures.
• Provide vehicle performance feedback to the operations and engineering teams.
• Take care of your assigned state-of-the art vehicle by keeping it clean, performing daily safety checks (e.g., monitoring fluid levels, checking tire pressure and hose connections), and notifying the team for repair as needed. 

Requirements

What you bring to the table

• 3+ years possessing a valid CDL A driver’s license
• 3+ years truck driving experience
• 25+ years old with a clean background check, drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record check
• Willing and able to work flexible hours on both weekdays and weekends
• Customer relationship management experience with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized and proactive, possessing solid mechanical aptitude/basic mechanical skills
• Basic computer skills including the ability to learn and successfully use applications
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years middle-mile box truck delivery experience in the greater Springdale area
• Experience driving box trucks up to 35’ in length
• Previous relevant experience in automotive technology/engineering roles or as an automotive technician

Commitment: This is a full-time (36-40 hours per week with possible overtime), ongoing contract position.  It will be onsite and available to candidates local to the Springdale, AR area.

Benefits

Benefits  

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer subsidized healthcare benefits
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• Short and long term disability and life insurance
• 401k package (unmatched)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid breaks