CDL A Box Truck Driver

About the role

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world's first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation. The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations. At Gatik, we're on a mission to revolutionize logistics with cutting-edge autonomous technology. We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated self-starter to help us safely operate our 35-foot autonomous trucks, delivering dry and refrigerated cargo, collecting valuable data, and tackling any technical challenges that come our way. As an Autonomous Vehicle Operator, you'll play a key role in helping us improve the performance of our driverless vehicles while ensuring timely and safe deliveries for our customers. Location: Springdale, Arkansas Note: A drug test will be required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 7 delivery vehicles (over 26,001 pounds GVWR with air brakes) in both autonomous and manual modes, keeping everyone-drivers, operators, and the public-safe.
• Start by driving vehicles manually before transitioning to autonomous operation.
• Be the face of Gatik for our clients, ensuring great customer service.
• Ensure timely delivery and maintain the integrity of goods during each journey.
• Assist with loading and unloading customer goods using tools like pallet jacks, carts, dollies, and lift gates.
• Keep the dispatch team updated on your route and shift status.
• Record and review data using spreadsheets and other business applications.
• Perform daily checks to ensure the safety and readiness of trucks (fluid levels, tire pressure, etc.).
• Help with special projects like delivering trucks to new locations or testing/installing new equipment.
• Provide valuable feedback to the Operations and Engineering teams to improve vehicle performance.
• Work closely with the team to follow pickup and drop-off procedures on each route.

Requirements

• A valid Class A CDL driver's license with a clean driving record.
• A clean background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record.
• Previous experience in customer relationship management.
• Experience operating box trucks up to 35 feet long.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• A meticulous, organized, and proactive mindset.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A good mechanical aptitude and basic mechanical skills.
• Automotive technician experience (preferred).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform tasks such as lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders.
• Physical Requirenment
• Safely operate a Class 6 box truck in any weather and at any time of day or night during a 12-hour shift.
• Lift and carry boxes up to 50 lbs (23 kg) regularly and occasionally up to 100 lbs (46 kg).
• Perform physical tasks like bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, squatting, and using tools.
• Use equipment like wheel chocks (weighing about 40 lbs) and pallet jacks to maneuver loads up to 2,000 lbs (910 kg).
• Follow safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment (safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, etc.).
• More about Gatik

Benefits

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at gatikaiinc? Share your experience