Conducteur / Collecteur de données à Barenton, France

About the role

You will serve as a data collection driver stationed in Barenton, France, operating under the structured protocols established by Tsmg for field operations. Your primary focus will be the manual capture of high-fidelity environmental data using specialized hardware mounted on your vehicle. You are the critical link between the physical streetscape and the digital mapping ecosystem, ensuring that every frame captured meets rigorous standards for clarity and completeness. This role demands consistent attention to detail as your observations directly influence the accuracy of the final dataset. You will operate within a defined mission window, understanding that your daily output contributes to a larger continental mapping project. Success in this position requires reliability, adherence to safety guidelines, and a commitment to the three to six month duration of the assignment. Your work will involve revisiting locations when necessary to overcome environmental challenges and guarantee optimal data integrity.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Organize capture plans for each street segment to ensure efficient coverage of required zones during your shift.
• Install cameras and sensors on the vehicle prior to departure, verifying the operational readiness of all data collection hardware.
• Navigate predefined routes while recording high-quality imagery, video, and spatial details using removable 360-degree cameras and lidar sensors.
• Adapt driving routes dynamically when weather conditions improve to revisit areas and capture necessary high-quality shots that were previously obstructed.
• Securely store all captured files on SSD drives located inside the vehicle to prevent data loss and facilitate safe transport.
• Coordinate with remote teams to confirm that the collected data meets established clarity, coverage, and quality standards.
• Adhere to a strict schedule aligned with normal business hours, ensuring punctuality and consistency throughout the mission duration.
• Follow security protocols and drive safely to protect personnel, equipment, and the integrity of the collected information.
• Maintain the physical tools assigned to you, including cameras, lidars, SSD disks, and the vehicle itself, to ensure operational continuity.
• Upload collected data through the designated channels, ensuring that every file is correctly tagged and corresponds to the correct geographic segment.
• Monitor the progression of your assigned route, identifying any changes or obstacles that might affect the data collection timeline.
• Communicate effectively with the logistics team regarding any unforeseen circumstances that could impact the daily data capture objectives.
• Perform routine checks on the equipment to ensure sensors are clean and cameras are functioning at optimal capacity.
• Contribute to the overall success of the project by ensuring that the data you gather helps build one of the world's most widely used online mapping services.

Requirements

• You must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the vehicle type assigned to this project in Barenton.
• You are able to work full-time within the specified morning and evening operational hours from 8:00 to 19:00.
• You must commit to completing missions lasting three to six months in the designated collection area of Barenton.
• You must have the capability to capture and upload detailed images that clearly represent locations, streets, and points of interest.
• You must be able to follow predefined routes and adhere to the strict procedural guidelines provided by Tsmg.
• You must demonstrate the physical ability to install and manage sensitive equipment such as cameras and lidar units on a daily basis.
• You must maintain a reliable mode of transportation that meets the safety standards required for the data collection vehicle.
• You must comply with all data security protocols regarding the handling and storage of sensitive imagery and spatial information.

Nice to have

No specific preferred skills or qualities are outlined for this role.

Practical notes

• The work schedule requires full-time commitment during standard business hours, specifically from 8:00 to 19:00.
• The recruitment process for the driver role includes a safe driving assessment, an interview with a recruiter, and an onboarding procedure.
• Please confirm specific details on the official application page.
• The project timeline is variable, but active mission durations typically range from three to six months.
• This engagement is a full-time contract position based in Barenton, France.