Autonomous Vehicle Test Driver – Houston, TX

truckingpeople; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

truckingpeople in Houston, TX is seeking a Level 3 Vehicle Operator to support autonomous vehicle testing and development. You will safely operate autonomous vehicles during shifts and document observations for engineering teams.

The role requires a Texas driver’s license, a clean MVR, and the ability to pass a background check, drug screen, typing test, and knowledge assessment. Daily and night shifts with long-term full-time employment are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ consecutive years of drivers license history
• Current Texas driver’s license
• Clean MVR
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Ability to complete a typing test and knowledge assessment

Responsibilities

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles for 4–8 hours per shift
• Monitor testing software and system performance
• Perform basic vehicle and technology checks
• Document issues, observations, and testing results
• Provide feedback to engineering and operations teams
• Follow safety procedures and testing protocols
• Support vehicle operations and field tasks

Skills

Typing speed 45+ WPM

Safety mindset

Situational awareness

Computer/GPS literacy

Documentation skills

Tools

GPS

Job description

Level 3 Vehicle Operator – Autonomous Vehicles

Houston, TX | $25/hour | Full-Time Indefinite Contract

Join a leading autonomous vehicle technology company as a Level 3 Vehicle Operator and help support the testing and development of self-driving vehicles.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles for 4–8 hours per shift
• Monitor vehicle testing software and system performance
• Perform basic vehicle and technology checks
• Document issues, observations, and testing results
• Provide clear feedback to engineering and operations teams
• Follow detailed safety procedures and testing protocols
• Support vehicle operations and other hands-on field tasks

Schedule

Day Shift: 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Night Shift: 3:45 PM – 12:15 AM

Schedules: Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Texas driver's license held continuously for at least 3 years
• Clean and consistent driving record
• Strong safety mindset and excellent situational awareness
• Comfortable using computers, software, GPS, and mobile technology
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Able to type 45+ WPM
• Reliable and able to work the assigned shift long-term
• Comfortable driving for extended periods and performing repetitive, process-driven tasks
• Quick learner who can adapt to new technology and procedures

Requirements

• 3+ consecutive years of driver's license history
• Current Texas driver's license
• Clean MVR
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Ability to complete a typing test and knowledge assessment