Autonomous Truck Test 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. Join Gatik in Springdale, AR and help support the future of autonomous trucking. In this role, you will operate CDL or box trucks while working alongside advanced vehicle technology that powers Gatik's middle-mile logistics network. We're looking for experienced, safety-focused drivers who are comfortable with new technology and excited to be part of the next generation of freight transportation.

Responsibilities

• Operate 26-30 ft box trucks in manual mode while supervising onboard autonomous driving systems
• Work closely with engineering teams to test, evaluate, and refine our self-driving technology
• Use onboard screens, diagnostic tools, and software to monitor system performance
• Perform test runs, document unusual behavior, and provide clear, actionable feedback
• Stay highly alert and safety-focused, stepping in as needed while following DOT and company safety guidelines

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional truck‑driving experience, including 1 year operating 26-30 ft box trucks (Required)
• Valid CDL (Required)
• Clean MVR (Required)
• Comfortable with technology and ability to learn new applications
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Flexible availability (rotating or variable shifts)
• Excellent judgment under pressure
• Strong communication skills and the ability to write clear, simple reports
• A natural problem-solver with a curious, "inventor" mindset
• Why You'll Love Working With Us
• Local routes - home daily
• Weekly pay
• Competitive wages
• Solid benefits package
• Unlimited opportunities for growth
• Be part of cutting-edge autonomous vehicle innovation
• Interested in Shaping the Future of Freight?
• Apply today and bring your driving expertise to the world of autonomous technology. Gatik is growing rapidly, and this is an opportunity to grow your career with us.
• Job Type: Full-time Pay: $27.00 - $31.00 per hour
• Application Questions:
• Do you have at least 3 + years of professional truck‑driving experience, including 1 year operating 26-30 ft box trucks?
• Do you have a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) ?
• Are you comfortable with technology and ability to learn new applications
• Are you able to work night shifts (7:30 PM - 6:30 AM), 5 days per week, including weekends ?
• More about Gatik
• Visit us at Gatik for more company information and Careers at Gatik for more open roles.
• Notable News
• Bloomberg: Autonomous Trucking Firm Gatik Inks Contracts Worth $600 Million
• Forbes: Hundreds' Of Gatik Robot Delivery Trucks Headed For U.S. Roads
• Forbes: Gatik And Loblaw Announce Largest Commercial Deployment Of AV Trucks
• Forbes: Forget robotaxis. Upstart Gatik sees middle-mile deliveries as the path to profitable AVs
• Tech Brew: Gatik AI exec unpacks the regulations that could shape the AV industry
• Business Wire: Gatik Paves the Way for Safe Driverless Operations ('Freigh

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