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Jessica Dias

TeleOps Operator
Las Vegas

Summary

Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

TeleOps Operator (Zoox)

HireArt
08.2024 - Current


  • Remotely assist autonomous vehicles in real-time during complex or unforeseen driving scenarios, ensuring safe and efficient operation while minimizing disruption to passengers.
  • Monitor vehicle performance and surroundings through live feeds, intervening as needed to support the autonomous system in decision-making, navigation, and obstacle avoidance.
  • Relay critical information regarding vehicle performance, system anomalies, and passenger-related issues to the relevant teams for prompt resolution and follow-up.
  • Analyze and resolve system alerts or anomalies, collaborating with the engineering team to report issues that require human intervention or adjustments to the vehicle’s systems.
  • Maintain situational awareness of road conditions, weather, and traffic patterns, stepping in to guide the vehicle through challenging scenarios such as inclement weather or traffic congestion.
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of passengers by coordinating with internal teams during emergencies or system failures and providing clear instructions to passengers as necessary.
  • Collect and log data from remote assistance interactions, contributing valuable insights into system performance and areas for improvement.
  • Provide feedback to the development team on vehicle behavior, suggesting improvements or adjustments to autonomous systems based on real-world experiences.
  • Stay up-to-date with advancements in autonomous vehicle technology and operational protocols to ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and safety departments, to continuously improve the autonomous ride experience and ensure smooth operation across all vehicles in the fleet.

Level 3 Vehicle Operator / Instructor (Zoox)

HireArt
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Operate autonomous vehicle platforms on public and private roads, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols while collecting data to inform vehicle development and software improvements.
  • Test pre-released software versions, identifying and reporting bugs or system malfunctions to engineering teams to enhance software stability and vehicle performance.
  • Observe and document AI behavior during autonomous operation, noting any inconsistencies or unexpected actions, and provide detailed feedback for AI algorithm refinement.
  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of autonomous systems, including sensor functionality, machine learning responses, and real-time decision-making, ensuring the technology behaves as intended in diverse driving conditions.
  • Provide real-time, actionable feedback to developers, identifying areas of improvement and ensuring quality assurance in software updates and vehicle systems.
  • Serve as a safety ambassador, upholding the highest standards of safety for both internal team members and the public.
  • Maintain thorough and organized records of vehicle tests, including feedback on software functionality, AI performance, and technical issues encountered during testing.
  • Lead and mentor new autonomous vehicle operators, providing guidance on best practices for data collection and troubleshooting.
  • Perform regular vehicle inspections, checking for issues related to sensors, hardware, and software, and addressing concerns to ensure continued operational safety.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot technical issues, providing insights and solutions to improve vehicle performance.

Team Lead (Tik Tok)

Telus International
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Managed and coached a team of 16 content moderators in techniques necessary to complete job tasks
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues
  • Utilized analytics and site metrics to determine areas of improvement
  • Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees
  • Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs

Mentor / Content Moderator (Tik Tok)

Telus International
07.2020 - 10.2021
  • Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms
  • Utilized analytics and site metrics to determine areas of improvement
  • Filed, organized and archived training materials to support future training sessions
  • Assisted new-hire training classes with policy comprehension
  • Hosted meetings and presentations for over 100 team members for training purposes
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome difficulties on certain policy areas
  • Reviewed errors of team members in order to improve their scores
  • Updated and maintained important work-related documents
  • Regularly assisted team members on Support Chat channel

Customer Care Representative (Lending Club)

Sutherland Global Services
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Managed over 60 calls per day
  • Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork
  • Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues
  • Verified credit histories, personal references and employment backgrounds for each applicant
  • Assessed customer account histories to determine previous compliance with payment plans and loan terms
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions

Team Coordinator / Guide

The Void
11.2018 - 12.2019
  • Created staff schedules and updated reports
  • Trained, motivated and guided over 20 team members
  • Conducted 'morning huddles' in order to discuss and assign tasks to team members
  • Restocked and managed merchandise
  • Organized groups of people in preparation for VR experiences
  • Provided instructions and accommodations to customers
  • Troubleshot technical issues and worked with IT department to resolve issues
  • Sanitized and maintained equipment according to proper standards
  • Occasionally maintained cash register while covering breaks for team members

Sales Associate

X World 360 LLC
03.2018 - 10.2018
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport while promoting VR experiences to over 600 customers
  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
  • Sanitized and maintained VR equipment according to highest standards

Customer Care Representative (Nordstrom Rack)

Sutherland Global Services
11.2016 - 11.2017
  • Resolved concerns with products to help with retention and drive sales, within 8 minutes per call
  • Maintained accurate and current customer account data with manual forms processing and digital information updates
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions
  • Logged call information and solutions provided into internal database
  • Assisted customers with placing orders
  • Communicated with shipping carriers to determine delivery dates, missing or late deliveries
  • Communicated with relevant store locations regarding order availability, future inventory and special orders

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
05.2001 -

Advanced Diploma - Business Administration

Gateway Graduate School
London, UK
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Adaptability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Slides
  • Slack
  • Lark
  • Jira
  • WorkDay/VNDLY

Timeline

TeleOps Operator (Zoox)

HireArt
08.2024 - Current

Level 3 Vehicle Operator / Instructor (Zoox)

HireArt
10.2023 - 08.2024

Team Lead (Tik Tok)

Telus International
10.2021 - 06.2023

Mentor / Content Moderator (Tik Tok)

Telus International
07.2020 - 10.2021

Customer Care Representative (Lending Club)

Sutherland Global Services
01.2020 - 07.2020

Team Coordinator / Guide

The Void
11.2018 - 12.2019

Sales Associate

X World 360 LLC
03.2018 - 10.2018

Customer Care Representative (Nordstrom Rack)

Sutherland Global Services
11.2016 - 11.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
05.2001 -

Advanced Diploma - Business Administration

Gateway Graduate School
05.2001 -
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