Autonomous Vehicle Operator - San Francisco, CA

jobply; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive hourly compensation

Long-term contract opportunities

Job summary

jobply in San Francisco, CA is hiring an Autonomous Vehicle Operator to support autonomous vehicle testing and data collection. The role involves safely operating vehicles, following testing protocols, and documenting observations. The PM shift runs 2:00 PM–10:30 PM, Friday–Tuesday, with weekend work and paid training in SF or Sunnyvale.

This full-time W2 contract offers opportunities to work with advanced autonomous technology and contribute to cutting-edge transportation research.

Qualifications

• Recent professional driving experience or similar.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using computers and apps.
• Strong attention to detail and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicles during autonomous driving tests and data collection.
• Drive assigned routes while monitoring road conditions and traffic.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are ready for operation.
• Monitor testing software and document observations accurately.
• Communicate with engineering and operations teams.
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Autonomous vehicle operations

Data collection

Vehicle inspection

Safety procedures

Job description

Autonomous Vehicle Operator - San Francisco, CA

• San Francisco, CA

Skills

Autonomous vehicle operations Data collection Vehicle inspection Safety procedures

Benefits

• Paid training
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Long-term contract opportunities

Job Description

Autonomous Vehicle Operator – San Francisco, CA

$28–$29/hour | Full-Time W2 Contract

Join the future of autonomous driving! We are hiring reliable, safety-focused, and tech-savvy drivers to support autonomous vehicle testing and data collection operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced autonomous vehicles, support real-world testing, and contribute to the development of next-generation transportation technology.

Schedule & Location

• Location: San Francisco, CA
• Paid Training: Approximately 1–2 weeks. Training may take place in San Francisco or Sunnyvale, CA.
• Shift: PM Shift only – 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Workdays: Friday–Tuesday
• Weekend Availability: Required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Employment: Full-time, ongoing W2 contract
• Pay: $28–$29/hour, depending on position and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicles during autonomous driving tests and data collection activities.
• Drive assigned routes while monitoring road conditions and surrounding traffic.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are clean and ready for operation.
• Monitor vehicle systems and testing software.
• Document observations, issues, and testing results accurately.
• Communicate with engineering and operations teams.
• Follow established safety procedures and operational guidelines.

Requirements

• Recent professional driving experience – delivery, rideshare, courier, or other local driving experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and consistent driving history.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using computers, mobile applications, and new software.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain focus during extended driving shifts.
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete background checks, MVR screening, and drug testing.
• Ability to commit to the PM shift and Friday–Tuesday schedule long-term.

Preferred Experience

We encourage applications from candidates with experience in:

• Amazon DSP, Amazon Flex, DoorDash, Uber Eats, Instacart, Spark, and other delivery platforms.
• Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services.
• Courier and local transportation services.
• Automotive, vehicle testing, or autonomous vehicle operations.

No Previous Autonomous Vehicle Experience Is Required.

Why Join?

• Work with innovative autonomous vehicle technology.
• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Long-term contract opportunities.
• Hands-on experience in the growing autonomous vehicle industry.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of self-driving technology.

Please make sure you can commit to the PM shift, Friday–Tuesday schedule, and required weekend work before applying.