Automotive Technician

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Crossing Hurdles is a recruitment firm that refers top candidates to partners working with the world’s leading AI research labs.

$35.00/hr – $40.00/hr

• Position: Maintenance and repair of buildings (cars, bicycles, machinery)
• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Equipment: GoPro and accessories provided

The Common Lives Project is a groundbreaking initiative designed to collect real‑world video data of everyday routines to help improve AI models in human activity recognition and understanding. As an Automotive Technician
, you’ll play a key role by wearing a GoPro camera to record your regular maintenance and repair activities of buildings, vehicles, bicycles, and machinery. Your contributions will directly support the development of more perceptive, human‑centered AI systems.

• Wear a head‑mounted GoPro camera to capture daily activities for 5 days within a 2‑week period (7 hours/day with breaks) or for 3–4 hours per day over 3–4 weeks.
• Record activities related to the inspection, maintenance, and repair of buildings, vehicles, bicycles, and machinery, both in controlled environments and outdoor settings.
• Review, upload, and manage video clips via a secure platform after each recording session.
• Ensure all household members provide consent to appear in the footage.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data privacy guidelines when handling video content.

• Adults (18+) residing in the United States.
• Engaged in building maintenance, vehicle repair, machinery upkeep, or other technical and hands‑on professions (e.g., maintenance technicians, automotive mechanics, bicycle repair specialists, industrial equipment technicians).
• Have access to a private, self‑contained indoor space for video recording.
• Comfortable with basic computer tasks for video uploading and reviewing clips.
• Self‑employed or have employer consent to record in your work environment.

• Flexible commitment with minimal disruption to your routine.
• GoPro camera and accessories provided (you keep them after successful completion).
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge AI research and human‑centered AI systems.
• Paid freelance engagement for your participation and video recording efforts.

If you’re passionate about contributing to the future of AI and have the right background, apply by completing the screening form and joining the list of candidates.