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Precision Driver (Defensive Driving Trained)

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Posted 4 months ago, valid for 11 hours
Location

Austin, Travis 78714, TX

Salary

$25 - $28 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account

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  • The position of Local Self-Driving Car Operator in Austin, TX, is a 12-month contract role requiring at least 3 years of U.S. driving experience with a valid driver's license.
  • Operators will monitor and operate self-driving cars, ensuring safety and providing feedback to engineering teams, with pay ranging from $20 to $28 per hour depending on the shift.
  • Shifts are available for both AM (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) and PM (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM) schedules, with specific days outlined for each shift.
  • Candidates must have a clean driving record and demonstrate the ability to drive safely under various conditions, with preferred experience in autonomous vehicle operation or similar fields.
  • Benefits include employer-subsidized healthcare, a 401(k) retirement plan, and flexible spending accounts, making this an attractive opportunity for those passionate about autonomous technology.

LOCAL Self-Driving Car Operator (No CDL Required) 
Location: Austin, TX (Local Applicants Only)
Assignment Length: 12-Month Contract

Schedule & Pay

  • AM Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM | $20 – $25/hour 
  • PM Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM | $24 – $28/hour 
  • (6am-3pm)→ Friday-Tuesday
    (2pm-11pm)→ Saturday-Wednesday
    (2pm-11pm)→ Monday-Friday
    (2pm-11pm)→ Sunday-Thursday

About the Role
We’re hiring Self-Driving Car Operators (Safety Drivers) to support the testing and development of autonomous vehicles in Austin, TX. In this role, you’ll operate and monitor self-driving cars, ensure safety on the road, and provide valuable feedback to engineering teams.

This is a great opportunity to work with cutting-edge autonomous driving technology that’s shaping the future of mobility — no CDL required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate autonomous vehicles on public roads to collect performance and environmental data.
  • Perform daily safety checks and ensure vehicles are ready for operation.
  • Monitor vehicle systems in real time and document system behavior.
  • Collaborate with engineers, operations teams, and test riders professionally.
  • Respond quickly to unexpected events or road hazards.
  • Stay focused and maintain high safety standards at all times.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of U.S. driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
  • Clean driving record (no DUIs or drug/alcohol offenses in the past 5 years).
  • Ability to drive safely under all road and weather conditions.
  • Familiarity with Austin traffic laws and routes.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Professional, reliable, and safety-focused.

Experience in one of the following areas is required:

  • Autonomous vehicle operation
  • Driving instruction
  • Motorsports (ATVs, side-by-sides, or dirt bikes)
  • App driving (e.g. Grab, Uber, Lyft) experience
  • IT/technical troubleshooting experience 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with vehicle or sensor technology.
  • Certification in safe or defensive driving.
  • Experience collecting and reporting technical data.
  • Additional safety or defensive driving training.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized healthcare coverage.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.

What to Expect in the Interview
You may be asked about:

  • Your professional driving experience in Austin.
  • Familiarity with local traffic laws.
  • Experience with autonomous vehicles or motorsports.
  • Comfort driving in all weather and road conditions.
  • Use of data collection or reporting tools.
  • Your approach to maintaining safety and focus behind the wheel.

Ready to Drive the Future?
If you’re passionate about autonomous technology, vehicle innovation, and safety, we want to hear from you.

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