Sr. Operations Specialist

Your Responsibilities

As a Sr. Operations Specialist for John Deere located in Fresno, CA you will:

• Conduct autonomous vehicle data collection operations across the Central Valley.
• Execute regular field data collection runs, operating and monitoring autonomous vehicle systems to capture complete, high-quality datasets.
• Set up and test new products or processes; install complex systems with guidance.
• Design and execute test procedures based on product specifications.
• Evaluate and refine data collection procedures, identifying gaps or inefficiencies and implementing improvements through established change management programs.
• Translate field observations into actionable feedback for engineering teams, documenting system behavior, edge cases, and data quality issues.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and prepare data collection equipment and vehicles to ensure readiness and minimize downtime.
• Prioritize own workflow and ensure work meets required standards for productivity, quality, and timeliness.
• Use performance management systems to monitor and improve personal performance.
• Follow organizational policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements; escalate exceptions as needed 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• Experience operating and monitoring complex systems, preferably in field or autonomous environments.
• Ability to execute structured data collection and ensure high data quality standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills for equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to follow technical specifications to design and execute test procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with safety procedures, compliance standards, and escalation protocols.
• Ability to document observations clearly and communicate issues effectively. 
• Willing and able to obtain a Class A drivers license 

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working with autonomous vehicle systems or advanced agricultural/field robotics.
• Background in data collection workflows supporting machine learning development.
• Experience identifying process gaps and implementing improvements.
• Ability to translate technical field observations into structured engineering feedback.
• Experience mentoring junior team members or providing hands-on training.
• Familiarity with structured change management programs and performance tracking systems. 

Education

Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• College degree preferred.