Safety Driver: Avride in Austin

Driver Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Avride is seeking a Safety Driver in Austin, Texas for an onsite contract role that runs 40 hours a week at $25 an hour. The work centers on autonomous vehicle testing, daily safety checks, and careful road awareness throughout the city.

The position is onsite in North Austin with no remote work option and pays weekly on Fridays. You will collect data, monitor system performance, and submit detailed reports to support ongoing safety improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience as autonomous vehicle operator or safety-focused driving role.
• Valid U.S. driving license held for 3+ years.
• Clean driving record with no DUIs or similar offenses in last 5 years.
• Local traffic law knowledge and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicle for data collection and testing.
• Perform daily safety checks and vehicle prep.
• Submit detailed reports to support operational improvements.
• Work onsite in North Austin with no remote work option.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Situational awareness

Local traffic laws

Job description

Avride is hiring a Safety Driver in Austin, Texas for an onsite contract role that runs 40 hours a week at $25 an hour. The work centers on autonomous vehicle testing, daily safety checks, and careful road awareness throughout the city.

The role fits the same Austin driving jobs lane that rewards steady judgment and clear reporting. It calls for a driver who can stay alert in traffic, handle different road conditions, and keep the vehicle ready for field work. Avride pairs the position with weekly pay on Fridays, which keeps the pace simple for a job built around repeat testing.

What The Work Looks Like

Avride uses the role to collect data on system performance and environmental factors. The driver stays alert, watches for other drivers and pedestrians, and submits detailed reports that support operational improvements.

The day includes vehicle preparation, safety checks, and in-field testing. The position is onsite in North Austin, with no remote work option, and it runs as a full-time 40-hour week through a third-party employer of record partner.

Requirements And Safety History

• Experience as an autonomous vehicle operator, driving instructor, motorsports racer, or another safety-heavy driving role
• Any prior driving experience such as Uber or similar platforms on the resume
• A valid U.S. driving license held for the last 3+ years
• A clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
• Local traffic law knowledge and strong communication skills
• Comfort with different weather conditions and different road types
• Background check, drivers check, and drug test before start

The role calls for a steady driver who can work methodically and keep attention on the road. The pace is practical, with repeated checks and live testing instead of passenger service.