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Vehicle Operations Specialist (Contract)

WeRide

San Jose, CAContract$28–40/hrPosted 2mo agoVerified open 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$28–40/hr
Location
San Jose, CA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Job overview

WeRide is hiring a Vehicle Operations Specialist (Contract). WeRide, a smart mobility start‑up, seeks a Vehicle Operations Specialist to safely operate autonomous test vehicles, provide detailed feedback, and support vehicle upkeep while embodying the company’s safety‑first culture in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Key focus areas include Understand how self‑driving technology works, Stay on top of daily changes, both big and small, and Operate test vehicles for up to 8 hours a day to evaluate and improve autonomous driving system.

Successful candidates bring 2 Years AV Safety Officer Experience, Valid U.S. Driver's License, and Clean Driving Record. Important skills include Safety Focus, Communication, English, and Work Flexibility. Preferred (not required): Team Setting Success, Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Technology Expertise, and Multiple Languages.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safety FocusCommunicationEnglishWork FlexibilityTeam Setting SuccessVehicle MaintenanceVehicle Technology ExpertiseMultiple Languages

Qualifications

2 Years AV Safety Officer ExperienceValid U.S. Driver's LicenseClean Driving RecordCommitment to Significant Overseas TravelPassion for Vehicles

Full job description

WeRide is a smart mobility start-up whose mission is to transform mobility with autonomous driving. We are committed to build better transportation experience that’s safe, efficient, affordable and joyful. We have an elite team of entrepreneurs and technologists who share the same passion and pursue continuous excellence in their work.

What you will do:

  • Thoroughly understand how our self-driving technology works.
  • Stay on top of countless daily changes, both big and small.
  • Safely operate test vehicles for up to 8 hours a day to evaluate and help improve our autonomous driving system.
  • Consistently make exceptional judgment calls.
  • Share detailed feedback on our technology and top priorities with engineers and managers.
  • Be the voice of the company to self-driving enthusiasts and curious onlookers.
  • Demonstrate work flexibility in a startup environment – responsibilities include: regularly washing company vehicles, garage maintenance support, carrying things as needed, picking up co-workers (when on business trips), and any other non in vehicle task ad hoc task as needed.

Requirements:

  • 2 years of experience as an AV (Autonomous Vehicle) Safety Officer.
  • Strong focus on safety first.
  • Excellent communication skills, fluent in English.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Commitment to significant time overseas (>25% in mid east and Europe) training new safety drivers.

Preferred to have

  • Proven record of success thriving in a team setting.
  • Passion for vehicles and/or experience in vehicle maintenance.
  • Expertise in vehicle technology.
  • Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus.

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