Autonomous Vehicle Data Driver – No AV Experience Needed

truckingpeople; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

TruckingPeople in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Vehicle Operator – Data Collection to drive test vehicles on assigned routes and collect real-world driving data powering autonomous vehicle development.

No AV experience required; the role welcomes drivers with 1 year of professional driving experience and a valid CA driver's license. You will pass background checks and work on-site with potential future transfer to San Francisco.

Qualifications

• Recent 1 year of professional driving experience (3+ years preferred).
• A valid U.S. driver’s license held for 3+ years.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and MVR review.
• Ability to work on-site in Sunnyvale, CA (potential future transfer to San Francisco).
• A track record of job stability (3+ years in a prior role).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate test vehicles along assigned routes to collect real-world driving data.
• Conduct pre- and post-drive vehicle inspections.
• Document vehicle issues, road conditions, and incidents with clear, detailed notes.
• Communicate effectively with engineers to help improve self-driving technology.
• Maintain strong situational awareness and multitask safely while driving.

Skills

Professional driving experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Background check pass

Job description

TruckingPeople in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Vehicle Operator – Data Collection to drive test vehicles on assigned routes and collect real-world driving data powering autonomous vehicle development.

No AV experience required; the role welcomes drivers with 1 year of professional driving experience and a valid CA driver's license. You will pass background checks and work on-site with potential future transfer to San Francisco.