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