Driver

Russell Tobin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized benefits after 60 days

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking a Safety Driver in Austin, TX to operate autonomous vehicles during testing and on-road duties. The role requires balancing manual driving with supervision of autonomous modes, and collaborating with remote operators and engineers.

Eligible candidates will have a valid US driver’s license, a clean record, and the ability to work full-time across multiple shifts. Comprehensive benefits begin after 60 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Hazard awareness and sound judgment required.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely in various conditions.
• Strong attention to detail during testing and on-road work.

Responsibilities

• Safely and lawfully operate autonomous vehicles in the Austin area for testing and on-road operations.
• Alternate between manual driving and supervising autonomous driving modes with remote operators.
• Monitor vehicle performance, identify hazards, and respond to issues promptly.
• Demonstrate safety awareness, good judgment, and attention to detail while driving.
• Support vehicle testing and data collection activities.

Skills

Safety awareness

Driving

Operational safety

Team coordination

Job description

Our client, a leading autonomous vehicle technology company, is looking to hire a Safety Driver in Austin, TX.

Pay Rate:

$25/hour

Schedule:

Full-Time | 40 hours/week

Shifts:

Multiple shift options, including 8- or 10-hour day shifts and evening shifts

Responsibilities

• Safely and lawfully operate autonomous vehicles in the Austin area for testing and on-road operations.
• Alternate between manually driving and supervising autonomous driving modes in coordination with remote operators.
• Monitor vehicle performance, identify hazards, and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrate strong safety awareness, sound judgment, and attention to detail while driving.
• Support vehicle testing and data collection activities.
• Complete pre- and post-shift vehicle safety checks.
• Collaborate with remote operators and engineering teams.
• Assist with basic technical tasks, including hardware adjustments, software uploads, troubleshooting, and data logging.
• Work safely across different road types and weather conditions.

Requirements

• Valid U.S. driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Clean driving record.
• Strong hazard awareness, judgment, and attention to detail.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles in various weather and road conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and professionalism.
• Ability to work full-time and accommodate available shift options.
• Subsidized benefits after 60 days, including medical, life insurance, retirement benefits, and PTO.
• Paid time off.
• Employment through our client's third-party employer-of-record partner.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.