Autonomous Safety Driver's Needed

truckingpeople; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term assignment

Flexible scheduling options

Opportunity to work with autonomous AV

Collaborative team environment

Premium pay for night/weekend shifts

Job summary

TruckingPeople in San Francisco, CA seeks a Level 3 Vehicle Operator to safely operate and monitor autonomous test vehicles across 4–8 hour shifts. This in-person, full-time contract role offers day and night schedules with potential for long-term assignment and premium weekend/night pay.

You will document observations, assist with vehicle readiness checks, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve operations while maintaining clean, organized workspaces.

Qualifications

• Excellent driving record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using technology and troubleshooting basic issues.
• Ability to remain focused and attentive during extended driving periods.
• Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor vehicles for 4–8 hours per shift.
• Support vehicle testing and daily operations.
• Perform basic software and technology-related tasks.
• Document observations and provide detailed feedback to engineering teams.
• Conduct vehicle readiness inspections and preventative maintenance checks.
• Assist with vehicle logistics, storage, and transportation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of vehicles and workspaces.
• Complete operational reports and documentation accurately.

Skills

Driving

Safety record

Tech aptitude

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience

Job description

San Francisco, CA | $29.00/hour + Shift Differentials | Full-Time Contract | In-Person

Are you a safe, dependable driver who enjoys working with technology and being part of the future of transportation? Join a leading autonomous ride-hailing company as aLevel 3 Vehicle Operatorand help support the testing and operation of cutting-edge self-driving vehicles.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate and monitor vehicles for 4–8 hours per shift
• Support vehicle testing and daily operations
• Perform basic software and technology-related tasks
• Document observations and provide detailed feedback to engineering teams
• Conduct vehicle readiness inspections and preventative maintenance checks
• Assist with vehicle logistics, storage, and transportation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of vehicles and workspaces
• Complete operational reports and documentation accurately

What We're Looking For

• Excellent driving record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using technology and troubleshooting basic issues
• Ability to remain focused and attentive during extended driving periods
• Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical experience
• Military experience
• Previous experience in operations, transportation, testing, or logistics

Schedule Options

Day Shifts

• 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM
• 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
• 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM

Night Shifts

• 1:45 PM – 10:15 PM
• 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM
• 3:45 PM – 12:15 AM
• 5:45 PM – 2:00 AM

Available schedules may include:

• Wednesday – Sunday
• Thursday – Monday
• Friday – Tuesday
• Saturday – Wednesday

Compensation & Benefits

• $29.00 per hour
• Additional pay for weekend shifts
• Additional premium pay available for qualifying night shifts
• Long-term assignment opportunity
• Flexible scheduling options
• Opportunity to work with innovative autonomous vehicle technology
• Collaborative and fast-paced team environment