Safety Drivers - Autonomous Rideshare

Royalty Hospitality Staffing; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer subsidized healthcare benefits

401k package

Flexible spending account for healthcare costs

Job summary

Royalty Hospitality Staffing is looking for detail-oriented drivers for the role of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers. This position involves operating autonomous vehicles safely to gather critical data while ensuring high safety standards.

Ideal candidates will possess excellent driving skills, the ability to act swiftly in various conditions, and a clean driving record. The role includes a competitive hourly pay of $25 and comprehensive health insurance benefits, alongside a guaranteed full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional driving experience including rideshare, delivery, or related roles.
• Valid US driving license with no lapses for the last 3 years.
• Clean driving record with no DUIs or alcohol-related offenses in the last 5 years.
• Ability to act swiftly in hazardous situations.

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely to collect critical data.
• Interact professionally with riders and team leaders.
• Monitor vehicle performance during testing.
• Prepare vehicles for daily operations including safety checks.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Royalty Staffing is hiring for attentive and detail-oriented drivers to join our client’s team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers. In this role, you will be at the forefront of autonomous vehicle testing, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge technology while ensuring the highest safety standards. This position is ideal for those with excellent driving skills, a passion for innovation, and an ability to act swiftly and safely in potentially adverse driving situations.

This is W-2, contract position that includes health insurance benefits, competitive hourly pay rate, full-time schedule guaranteed, multiple schedule options and a vehicle provide.

Location – Dallas, TX, United States

Work environment - Onsite

Pay rate - $25 Per Hour

Schedule

• AM (6:00 AM–4:30 PM)
  PM (1:30 PM-12:00 AM)
  Available Schedules:
• Wednesday - Saturday
• Thursday – Sunday
• Friday–Monday
• Saturday – Tuesday

Assignment length - 1 year contract

As a Safety Driver, you'll:

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors.
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure operational safety.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks and system readiness.
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
• Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events.
• Be alert and distraction free while in vehicles.

• 5 years' experience as an professional driving experience which includes rideshare, delivery, autonomous vehicle, passenger shuttle or related experience
  • If you have an Uber Driver account, it must be in good standing (no deactivations or unresolved issues)

• A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years with no lapse
• Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
• Able to anticipate hazardous situations and act quickly and safely, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others when operating a motor vehicle.
• Have a thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
• Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
• A willingness to work in various weather conditions and comfortable driving on different types of roads
• Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
• Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
• Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits:

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• Employer covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package