Box Truck Driver

Who we are

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.

As an Autonomous Vehicle Operator, you will safely operate Gatik vehicles for on-time in-route customer deliveries. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter to help us operate our box trucks running routes to transport dry and refrigerated cargo. You’ll be a valuable contributor by collecting necessary data for our engineering teams aimed at improving our groundbreaking automated driving technology while meeting customers’ product delivery needs.

This role is onsite in Phoenix or Peoria AZ.

• Ensure safe, reliable operation of class 3-7 box truck delivery vehicles, in manual modes while keeping other drivers & operators, the public, and the vehicle safe.
• Manually drive the vehicles on assigned, consistent routes to gather route data in support of moving toward future state autonomous operations.
• Display customer service orientation and act as an ambassador for the company toward customers and the public.
• Ensure vehicles arrive at pick-up and drop-off locations on time and the integrity of goods is retained on each journey.
• Assist with safe, secure loading and unloading of customer goods using equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, dollies, lift gates, hand bombing, etc.
• Update the dispatch team on shift and route status.
• Ensure the operation and safety of trucks by daily routine checks (monitoring fluid levels, checking tire pressure, hose connections, etc.).
• Perform ad-hoc projects such as truck delivery to new locations, testing and/or installing new equipment, etc.
• Collaborate with teams to follow collection and drop-off procedures on each journey.
• Learn and adhere to company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with safe operations standards.

• Possesses a valid CDL with 3+ years of driving experience (non-CDL candidates are also encouraged to apply).
• Maintains a clean driving record and successfully passes background and drug screenings.
• Comfortable operating box trucks (26–30 feet), with or without a refrigerated unit.
• Demonstrates initiative, proactivity, and a strong focus on detail and safety.
• Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively, while also thriving in independent work settings.
• Tech-savvy and adaptable to varied shift schedules, including evenings, weekdays, and weekends.

No Touch Freight
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Focus solely on driving—loading and unloading are handled by others.

Shift Hours
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Shifts typically begin at 2:00 AM and run 8 to 12 hours, ending around 2:00–3:00 PM.

Weekly Hours
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Expect 40–45 hours per week, with availability required across all 7 days.

At Gatik, we connect people of extraordinary talent and experience to an opportunity to create a more resilient supply chain and contribute to our environment’s sustainability. We are diverse in our backgrounds and perspectives yet united by a bold vision and shared commitment to our values. Our culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, respect and agility.

We at Gatik strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they have opportunities to succeed and grow because we know that together we can do great things. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.