JOSEPH GOMEZ
Austin,TX
Summary
High-Reliability Vehicle Operator and Training Facilitator experienced in managing high-stakes technical projects and complex logistics. Delivered aviation-grade safety protocols and technical navigation expertise to autonomous fleet operations as an Instrument Rated Pilot with over 2,000 hours of flight time. Committed to operational safety as an active Texas CDL holder.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Operator / Training Facilitator
Tesla, Inc.
Austin, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitate technical in-class training for vehicle operator cohorts, delivering curriculum on hardware/software interfaces and safety protocols.
- Directly coordinate operational logistics, including trainee scheduling and vehicle asset allocation, to maximize data collection throughput.
- Manage and track operator qualification files and safety training logs to ensure 100% adherence to internal testing standards.
- Act as a technical bridge between engineering and operations, translating system updates into actionable training for field personnel.
- (Autopilot - Data Collection) | Austin, TX (Giga Texas)
Vehicle Operator
Tesla, Inc.
Austin, USA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Executed high-fidelity data collection missions for Full Self-Driving (FSD) development, maintaining 100% adherence to safety and reporting guidelines.
- Documented and communicated critical system behaviors and edge cases to engineering teams to facilitate iterative software improvements.
- Performed real-time technical troubleshooting and maintenance on vehicle sensor suites to ensure data integrity.
Professional Fleet Operator
Regional Logistics Services
Texas, USA
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Managed regional logistics and ensured safe operation of heavy-duty fleet assets using Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Trained and mentored junior drivers on defensive driving techniques and adherence to federal safety regulations.
- Ensured high vehicle uptime through proactive maintenance inspections and mechanical oversight.
Education
Competency Based High School Diploma
Austin, TxSkills
- Vehicle Operation
- Fleet Safety Management
- Driver Training Techniques
- Driver Qualification Tracking
- Training facilitation
- Instructional Delivery
- Fleet Resource Scheduling
- Data Collection
- Navigation telemetry
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Data collection
Technical Initiative
Founder, DragRaceCalculator.com, Architected and launched a specialized web platform for automotive performance metrics and engine configuration analysis.
Core Competencies And Licensure
Private Pilot (Instrument Rated) - 2,000+ Flight Hours, Texas CDL (Active), DOT Medical Compliance, Technical Training Facilitation, Instructional Delivery, Fleet Resource Scheduling, Driver Qualification Tracking, Autonomous Systems (FSD), Data Collection, Aviation Navigation & Telemetry, Engine Calibration
Timeline
Vehicle Operator / Training Facilitator
Tesla, Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Vehicle Operator
Tesla, Inc.
01.2024 - 01.2025
Professional Fleet Operator
Regional Logistics Services
01.2016 - 01.2024
Competency Based High School Diploma