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Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver / Test Vehicle Operator
Location: Dallas, TX
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours Weekly
Contract: Long-Term Ongoing Contract
Work Environment: On-Site
Join the Future of Autonomous Driving
AVride, in partnership with HireArt and Uber, is hiring professional Safety Drivers to support real-world autonomous vehicle testing and live passenger ride operations in Dallas, TX.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers looking to enter the rapidly growing self-driving vehicle industry and work with cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.
Key Responsibilities
Safely operate and monitor autonomous vehicles on public roads
Remain alert and ready to take vehicle control when necessary
Perform daily vehicle inspections and safety checks
Monitor vehicle system performance and road conditions
Submit detailed operational and safety reports
Communicate professionally with engineers, riders, and operations teams
Practice defensive driving and hazard anticipation at all times
Required Qualifications
Must be 25 years of age or older
Valid U.S. driver’s license held continuously for 3+ years
Clean driving record with no DUIs or major violations
3+ years of professional driving experience OR 4+ years of full-time rideshare driving
Active Uber Driver account in good standing
Strong knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving
Comfortable driving in traffic, highways, night shifts, and changing weather conditions
Tech-savvy and comfortable using GPS, routing, and communication apps
Authorized to work in the United States (No visa sponsorship available)
Preferred Backgrounds
Strong fit for candidates with experience in:
Uber / Lyft
Delivery driving
CDL driving
Fleet operations
Medical courier services
Driving instruction
Autonomous vehicle operations
Transportation and logistics
Available Shifts
AM Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
PM Shift: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Multiple schedules available, including weekends. Schedule flexibility is required.
Interview Process
Step 1: Recruiter Screening
Candidates must submit:
Resume with driving experience
Proof of driver’s license history
Uber account screenshot
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review
Step 2: Onsite Driving Evaluation
45-minute DMV-style driving assessment including:
City and highway driving
Traffic law compliance
Defensive driving evaluation
Safety awareness testing
Emergency hard-stop maneuver
Benefits
Weekly pay
Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life and disability insurance
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Why Join AVride?
Work with advanced self-driving vehicle technology
Gain hands-on autonomous vehicle testing experience
Support live autonomous ride operations partnered with Uber
Join a fast-growing industry with long-term career potential
Work alongside engineers and operations teams shaping the future of transportation
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