Autonomous Vehicle Data Collection Operator
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Job Description
Autonomous Vehicle Data Collection Operator
This job description is for an autonomous vehicle data collection driver. We are ideally looking for candidates that have prior autonomous driving experience and/or robotics testing/troubleshooting experience.
The Autonomous Vehicle Data Collection Operator will be covering the following areas: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate company-provided vehicles on public roads.
- Drive assigned routes for data collection and mapping.
- Perform daily vehicle inspections before driving.
- Follow defined driving and data collection procedures.
- Perform basic system checks and calibrations as trained.
- Monitor in-vehicle systems during data collection.
- Coordinate daily with operations teams on routes and schedules.
- Ensure collected data is transferred according to instructions.
- Assist with basic equipment setup and troubleshooting.
- Document and report issues clearly and promptly.
Qualifications
- Valid U.S. Driver's License.
- Clean driving record; background check and MVR required.
- Ability to drive 6-8 hours per day.
- Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently.
- Willingness to follow procedures consistently.
- Basic computer and technical skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Willingness to learn new tools and processes.
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Washington, DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Key skills/competency
- Autonomous Vehicles
- Data Collection
- Vehicle Operation
- Driving
- System Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
- Vehicle Inspections
- Communication Skills
- Technical Skills
- Road Safety
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- Tailor your resume: Highlight driving, technical, and autonomous vehicle experience relevant to this operator role.
- Showcase reliability: Emphasize a clean driving record, punctuality, and consistent procedure adherence.
- Prepare for practical assessments: Be ready for potential driving tests and basic system troubleshooting demonstrations.
- Practice communication: Articulate your ability to report issues clearly and coordinate effectively with teams.
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