Jul 12, 2026

Test Driver

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Working with an exciting Autonomous Vehicle organization based out of Southern California. Below are details! What You'll Do • Operate Unique Equipment: Drive and navigate a specialized heavy-duty vehicle on designated routes • Container Logistics: Safely load and unload 20-foot shipping containers utilizing the vehicle’s built-in heavy lift system (rated up to 50,000 lbs). • Mode Transition: Execute step-by-step procedures to safely transition the vehicle between route configurations. • Inspections & Safety: Conduct thorough pre-, mid-, and post-trip inspections of the truck, hydraulic lift, and rail wheel assemblies. • Digital Logging: Utilize our proprietary mobile field app to log trips, container data, and daily work logs in real time. • Network Coordination: Communicate and coordinate directly with right-of-way controllers and yard management to secure clearances for dual-infrastructure routing. • Field Maintenance: Perform basic, hands-on field maintenance and troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic). • Engineering Feedback: Collaborate with our internal engineering team by providing feedback on vehicle field performance to assist with continuous improvement. Work Environment & Travel • Travel-Heavy: This is a highly mobile role. Expect multi-day and multi-week travel to various customer sites, rail yards, ports, and industrial facilities. What You Need (Requirements) • Licensing: Valid CDL Class A with appropriate endorsements for cargo and routes. • Medical: Current DOT medical card for commercial driving. • Compliance: A clean driving record (MVR) and willingness to complete standard commercial driver drug and alcohol screenings. • Technical Aptitude: General mechanical know-how, including comfort with vehicle systems, basic hydraulics, and electronics. • Tech Savvy: Comfort using smartphones, tablets, and digital apps to manage daily workflows and logs. • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Apply if this sounds like a good fit!