Aurora · 16 hours ago
Truck Operations Specialist
Palmer, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
3+ years expAurora Innovation is dedicated to delivering the benefits of self-driving technology. The Truck Operations Specialist will prepare and inspect autonomous vehicles and trailers, ensuring a safe and efficient terminal operation while collaborating with various teams to support operational improvements.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Maintain a safe, efficient, and inclusive working environment
Support initial build out of Terminals to support safe and efficient operation
Prepare, inspect, and monitor advanced technology assets, including Autonomous Tractors, Aurora and third party trailers, scales, etc
Ferry hardware between facilities, when needed
Identify opportunities for improvement and the solutions to be implemented
Work closely with cross functional teams within the company (IT, Safety, Security, Software, Workplace, Product, etc) to ensure that site and infrastructure upgrades are completed in a timely manner and to the expected quality standards of Aurora
Establish and follow consistent intake cadence for equipment and supplies
Creation of reports regarding equipment and terminal maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff
Qualification
Required
Based in Palmer, TX with local, intra/interstate travel required 30-50% of time
Minimum 3 years of experience driving trucks commercially
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Interstate Class-A Commercial Driver's License
Driving record must pass Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) guidelines
Must pass pre-employment, post-incident, and randomized drug testing in accordance with FMCSA requirements
Is at least 21 years of age
Must pass DOT physical
Meet all DOT qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communications
Attention to detail
Proactive in finding creative solutions
Self Starter - someone who “models the way”
Familiar and functional understanding of logistics dispatching processes, procedures and tools
Logistics fleet operations experience strongly preferred
Ability to operate independently without managerial oversight
Thorough understanding and application of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA regulations with a working understanding of commercial vehicle equipment and inspection
Ability to interact well with outside vendors in the best interest of the company
Preferred
Previous CVSA commercial vehicle inspection certifications are a plus
Benefits
Annual bonus
Equity compensation
Benefits
Company
Aurora
Aurora is building self-driving technology to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling trucks to ride-hailing passenger ones.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.19BKey Investors
UberSequoia Capital
2024-08-01Post Ipo Equity· $483M
2023-07-19Post Ipo Equity· $820M
2021-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.8B
Leadership Team
Chris Urmson
CEO and co-founder
David Maday
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-24
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