Autonomous Vehicle Car Depot Operator

• Role: Autonomous Vehicle Car Depot Operator
• Duration: 12+ Months
• Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Role Overview

The Depot Operator/Specialist is responsible for performing all necessary tasks within the operating facility (Depot) to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient day-to-day operations.

Eligibility & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Previous experience working in a depot, warehouse, fleet, or maintenance environment is preferred.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the launch and landing functions involved in deploying and returning autonomous vehicles (AVs) during driverless operations.
• Perform autonomous vehicle cleaning and disinfection.
• Conduct AV operational safety and integrity checks.
• Charge autonomous vehicles and ensure they are ready for operation.
• Prepare AVs for launch, including system start-up and fire-up checks.
• Park, stage, and organize vehicles within the depot.
• Strictly follow all applicable safety procedures while working in the depot.
• Comply with all Service Provider safety procedures and applicable safety manuals.
• Perform ad hoc projects and other operational tasks as needed, including activities supporting AV testing and delivery.
• Complete assigned duties within required timelines while adhering to operational schedules.
• Complete daily reports, documentation, and operational records accurately.
• Necessary Skills
• Ability to connect and disconnect laptops, charging cables, and other operational equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify operational or safety issues.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new and developing technologies, systems, and processes.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety requirements consistently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Work Schedule
• Must be available to work assigned shifts, including: Early mornings
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Overnight shifts
• Schedule flexibility is required based on operational needs.
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to hear safety horns, pre-shift announcements, and safety messages.
• Ability to safely perform physical tasks required within the depot environment.
• Rewards Breakdown
• Pay: $20hour (40 hrs/week).
• Benefits: Health insurance, paid training.
• Fast-Track Application
• Confirm you're ready: Can pass drug, driving, and background checks?
• Open to rotational shifts?'
• Do you have clean driving record without any suspensions in past 5 years?

Requirements

• Necessary Skills
• Ability to connect and disconnect laptops, charging cables, and other operational equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify operational or safety issues.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new and developing technologies, systems, and processes.
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety requirements consistently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.