Mapping Vehicle Operator

at  Voxelmaps

ATTENTION ALL UBER, TAXI AND DELIVERY DRIVERS!!!

We are currently working with a major technology company to collect map data across a number of Countries. The collection of map data involves operating vehicles equipped with a sensor mounted on the roof. This sensor will scan and collect data of the road network and route you are following. Upon completion of collecting data each day, you will transfer the data to an online platform. This data will lead to developing the next generation of digital maps to power mobile applications. Operators will be responsible for equipment preparation, data collection and simple data processing, and overall equipment management in the field before, during and after data collection, including installation of hardware per the client’s guidelines.
As part of this project we are seeking people to operate and navigate the vehicles around the areas to be mapped in Krems an der Donau, Austria. We are looking for Vehicle Mapping Operators (navigation AND the operation of the technical equipment) who are enthusiastic, friendly and safe. You will be working as part of a larger team so being personable is required. You will be driving public streets and areas, specifically commercial districts and historical sites, mapping a given area including all public streets, highways, and off and on ramps. At times this will require specific areas to be driven multiple times due to poor weather and/or lighting conditions. You should be comfortable working for long periods (approximately 8-10 hours per day) and have experience in operating/navigating in all situations: i.e. cities, freeways, suburban and rural. You should have a working knowledge of GPS and navigation applications.

REQUIREMENTS:

• MUST have a valid driver’s license and are permitted to drive in the posted location
• Prefer to be 25 years of age, but will consider appropriate experience
• MUST have a minimum of 5 years of driving experience (including at least 1 year driving in the posted county), and 2 years or more of professional driving (i.e. Uber, Taxi, Delivery Driver, etc.)
• MUST have clean driving record
• MUST submit to and pass a Background check, this is a ZERO tolerance policy

DESIRED SKILLS:

• General car knowledge
• Familiarity and experience of vehicles with increased heights (ex. Trucks)
• Familiarity with GPS devices
• Knowledge of smart phones, tablets and email
• Reliable, dependable and creative
• Polite and professional disposition
• Knowledge of shipping through FedEx
• Self-motivated and detail oriented

• Ensuring the car is operational on a daily basis.
• Parking and securing assigned cars at the end of each day.
• Take out and put away the camera in its storage bag daily (including lunch breaks) if the equipment is removable.
• Ensuring the camera is kept safe and stored in accordance with the storage guidelines.
• Responsible for routine car maintenance i.e. oil change, tire rotation, etc.
• Sending data disks to the client, through designated platforms or services. Instructions to be provided during training.
• Will need to stay in daily communication with an Ops Lead who will be your primary day-to-day point of contact.
• Operate mapping vehicles with care and attention, abiding by all traffic and highway rules.
• Use of navigation software and other applications as instructed to follow routes.
• Work effectively as part of a larger mapping team.
• Follow the rules and work missions as requested by the Project Manager.
• Complete daily checks on the vehicle and equipment and notify manager of any issues.
• Operate carefully especially with the regards to the equipment on the vehicle, such as knowledge of the height of the vehicle with the equipment, being mindful of low- hanging objects such as trees.
• Protect the equipment and vehicle by always parking the vehicle securely.
• Follow security protocols and instructions from managers.
• Maintain confidentiality of the project and the data collected.
• Maintain required logs as set forth by the Project Manager.
• Operate and monitor the sensor equipment on a daily basis in the mapping vehicle.
• Use navigation software and other applications as instructed to follow routes.
• Consideration to the equipment and functionality of it is mandatory.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to listen to managers and complete tasks efficiently.
• Basic Technical Familiarity with maps, phones and tablet computers.
• Be able to logically follow technical instructions.
• Good understanding of the posted country’s road network.
• Be a good communicator and be able to complete reports for managers.
• Strength to lift up to 6.5kg (~15lbs), plus bending and twisting.
• Honest, open and transparent communication.