Driver Tester / Vehicle Inspection - Sunnyvale, CA

truckingpeople; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

truckingpeople is hiring a Vehicle Operator for a full-time, on-site position in Sunnyvale, CA. The role pays $28/hour with AM and PM shift options (AM: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; PM: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM).

You will drive test vehicles 4–8 hours daily on assigned routes, perform inspections, and collect data using specialized software. Basic Linux knowledge is a plus, and autonomous-vehicle experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum driving experience with a clean driving record.
• Comfort with extended driving sessions and long routes.
• Proficiency with basic Linux/command-line concepts.

Responsibilities

• Drive test vehicles for 4–8 hours daily on assigned routes.
• Perform safety inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Use software to collect data and record observations/test results.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams based on test results.
• Assist with vehicle logistics and storage as needed.

Skills

Driving experience

Safe driving record

Extended driving

Linux basics

Job description

Vehicle Operators are being hired in Sunnyvale, CA for a full-time, in-person position paying $28/hour. Available shifts include AM: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM and PM: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.

The role involves driving test vehicles 4–8 hours daily on assigned routes, performing inspections and basic maintenance checks, using software for data collection, recording observations and test results, providing feedback to engineering teams, and assisting with vehicle logistics and storage. Applicants should have strong driving experience, a safe driving record, comfort with extended driving, and basic Linux/command-line knowledge. Autonomous vehicle experience is a plus but not required.