Autonomous Vehicle Operator

Put Your Driving Experience to Work in Autonomous Vehicles

We're hiring Safety Drivers / Vehicle Operators in Austin to support autonomous vehicle testing, self-driving technology, vehicle operations, and real-world driving.

You'll operate and monitor autonomous vehicles on public roads while helping collect driving data and support the development of autonomous driving technology.

No autonomous vehicle experience required paid training provided.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor autonomous vehicles during real-world testing
• Drive on city streets and highways
• Take control of the vehicle when necessary
• Follow traffic laws and practice defensive driving
• Monitor traffic, pedestrians, road conditions, and surrounding vehicles
• Perform vehicle safety checks
• Document driving events, observations, and issues
• Provide feedback to engineering and operations teams
• Use GPS, navigation apps, smartphones, and mobile technology
• Follow safety procedures, SOPs, and instructions
• Work independently while maintaining focus and attention to detail

Requirements

• 1+ year of recent driving experience
• Clean driving record
• Daily or high-frequency driving experience strongly preferred
• Valid U.S. driver's license with 3+ years of continuous licensing history
• Strong driving and vehicle-control skills
• Comfortable driving in city traffic, highways, and different weather conditions
• Comfortable using GPS, navigation, smartphones, and mobile apps
• Calm, focused, and professional in stressful situations
• Reliable, safety-focused, and detail-oriented
• Able to follow instructions and communicate clearly

Great Fit For

Delivery Drivers | Route Drivers | Courier Drivers | Rideshare Drivers | Fleet Drivers | Company Drivers | Transportation Drivers | Shuttle Drivers | Bus Drivers | Professional Drivers

Experience with daily driving, delivery routes, route-based work, fleet vehicles, GPS navigation, routing apps, dispatch systems, scanners, or other driver technology is a plus.

What We Value

We're looking for drivers who take driving seriously, have strong everyday driving habits, stay calm under pressure, maintain good vehicle control, pay attention to their surroundings, and can remain professional and focused while driving.

You don't need to be an AV expert. If you're a dependable driver who is ready to learn new technology, we want to hear from you.

Driving Interview

The hiring process includes a practical driving assessment.

Pay & Schedule

• $25/hour
• Full-time
• Ongoing contract
• Multiple schedules available
• Paid training
• Weekly hiring classes
• Monday starts

Apply Today | Text to set up a driving assessment