Field Scanning Driver – San Francisco (Short-Term Contract)

About Us
As the global pioneer in nature-based smart-city solutions, greehill helps cities around the world become more sustainable and more resilient against climate change. We lead in applying smart city technologies, such as the latest remote sensing and machine learning, to green urban assets. With our cloud-based platform, cities improve the well-being of their citizens through a greener, healthier, safer, and more resilient urban environment while reducing operational costs. We currently operate offices in Budapest, Berlin, Singapore, San Francisco, and Paris.

Role Overview
We are looking for a reliable, safe, and experienced driver to join our team as a Field Scanning Driver in San Francisco. You will safely drive a specialized scanning vehicle equipped with an RTK GNSS system and Mobile Laser Scanners (MLS) to support LiDAR scanning of urban trees across the city. A greehill system operator will be in the vehicle with you throughout, running the scanning equipment and guiding the survey routes. This short-term, hands-on assignment lets you work with cutting-edge geospatial and remote sensing technology.

Assignment Details

• Location: San Francisco, CA (local candidates only; no relocation, travel, or accommodation provided)

• Schedule: 5 days per week, approx. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 hours/day); days are flexible

• Duration: Starts as early as Wednesday, October 7, 2026, and runs through October 31, 2026

• Type: Independent contractor (1099), short-term assignment

• Rate: $30/hour (approx. $1,200/week at 40 hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Safely drive the scanning vehicle through San Francisco streets, parks, and complex urban layouts.

• Work closely with the onboard system operator to follow planned survey routes precisely.

• Help prepare daily scanning operations.

• Help with basic care and setup of the vehicle and scanning equipment.

• Handle and transport high-value technical equipment securely.

• Communicate professionally with local authorities or traffic control when needed, with full support from our team.

Requirements

• Must be at least 25 years old

• A valid California driver's license (Class C) and a clean driving record

• At least 5 years of active driving experience

• Very good knowledge of San Francisco streets and traffic

• A safety-conscious, responsible, and adaptable driving style

• Good English communication skills

• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Have

• Good technical sense and interest in learning how to operate field equipment

• Experience in professional driving, delivery, rideshare, or field logistics

• Experience handling or transporting high-value equipment

• A background in technical, transportation, or environmental fields

What We Offer

• A chance to contribute to a high-impact product for managing urban forests and adapting cities to climate change

• On-the-job training with cutting-edge tools such as LiDAR remote sensing

• Work alongside an international, open-minded team of passionate green-tech experts