Full Time Operational Support Drivers (487)

Performance Driven Workforce; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

No certification required

Veteran friendly employer

Insurance after 60 days

Latest automotive technology

Job summary

Performance Driven Workforce is hiring Full-Time Operational Support Drivers in Kansas City, MO to support ADAS testing and autonomous vehicle projects. The role involves structured training, extended driving sessions, and daily data-entry work in a safety-critical environment.

Candidates should have a valid US driver’s license, 3 years of driving experience, and strong technical comfort with laptops and in-vehicle systems. Training is paid and includes safety protocols and hands-on practice.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of U.S. driving experience.
• Comfortable using laptops and in-vehicle systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Experience with computers or electronics.
• Familiarity with Windows, MacOS, or Linux.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype and pre-production vehicles on public roads and designated routes.
• Test Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) under real-world conditions.
• Operate in-vehicle data collection computers and laptops.
• Start/stop recordings, monitor system health and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Accurately log driving activity and observations.
• Follow strict safety, documentation, and test procedures.
• Complete pre- and post-drive documentation and vehicle checks.
• Must be able to safely climb a 3-step ladder/stool to wipe vehicle sensor arrays as needed.

Skills

Driving experience

Attention to detail

English communication

Technical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laptops

In-vehicle systems

Windows/MacOS/Linux

Job description

Position: Full Time Operational Support Drivers (487)

Location: Kansas City, MO

Job Id: 487

# of Openings: 100

Performance Driven Workforce (PDW) is hiring Full-Time Operational Support Drivers to support Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicle testing for a leading automotive Tier 1 supplier in Kansas City, MO. This role supports next-generation vehicle technology and requires focused driving, technical interaction, and disciplined data collection. Candidates who meet the qualifications for this Full-time Operational Support Driver position below are strongly encouraged to apply.

Overview

This position is not a traditional driving job. Successful candidates are comfortable with structured training, extended driving sessions (approximately 6.25 hours per shift), daily computer and data-entry work, and operating in a safety-critical environment.

Training

• Mandatory paid training is required prior to independent driving and includes safety protocols, system tools, and hands-on practice.
  • 1 week classroom training
  • 1-2 weeks in vehicle training

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED required
• Have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a good driving record
• Minimum 3 years of U.S. driving experience
• Comfortable using laptops and in-vehicle systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Experience with computers or electronics
• Familiarity with Windows, MacOS, or Linux
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing

Preferred (not required)

• ADAS or autonomous vehicle experience
• Automotive or technical background

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype and pre-production vehicles on public roads and designated routes
• Test Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) under real-world conditions
• Operate in-vehicle data collection computers and laptops
• Start/stop recordings, monitor system health and perform basic troubleshootingAccurately log driving activity and observations
• Follow strict safety, documentation, and test procedures
• Complete pre- and post-drive documentation and vehicle checks
• Must be able to safely climb a 3-step ladder/stool to wipe vehicle sensor arrays as needed

Shift Schedule

• AM Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Monday-Sunday)
• PM Swing Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Monday-Sunday)
  • Weekend availability required based on schedule

Pay

• $18/hour

Retirees and veterans are welcome.

Benefits

• Overtime when available
• No certification required
• Veteran friendly employer
• We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after your 60 days with Performance Driven Workforce
• Opportunity to work with the latest automotive technology

Performance Driven Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.