About the Role
What you'll do
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.
What we're looking for
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.).
Tech Stack
Class A CDLOperating box trucksData recordingSpreadsheetsPallet jacksCartsDolliesLift gates