Vehicle Driver / Test Driver – Autonomous Vehicles

truckingpeople; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Full-time position

Constant driving work

Job summary

truckingpeople in San Francisco, CA, is seeking Vehicle Driver / Test Driver to operate company vehicles on designated routes and collect real-world driving data for autonomous vehicle development. This full-time W-2 role offers consistent hours and training, with shifts across early and late day blocks.

Applicants should have a valid US driver’s license for at least 4 years, a clean driving record, and strong defensive driving habits.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver’s license held for at least 4 years.
• Clean driving record.
• Strong safe and defensive driving habits.
• Comfortable driving for extended periods.
• Able to follow detailed routes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles on assigned routes.
• Drive for extended periods in city, suburban, and highway environments.
• Support vehicle testing and driving data collection.
• Follow defensive driving and safety procedures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Use smartphones, navigation tools, and company applications.
• Document driving observations and route information.
• Communicate with fleet, dispatch, and operations teams.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness.

Skills

Defensive driving

Attention to detail

City driving

Highway driving

Punctuality

Education

Valid US driver’s license (4+ years)

Job description

Vehicle Driver / Test Driver – Autonomous Vehicles

San Francisco, CA | $22–$24/hr | Full-Time W-2

Looking for a driver job in San Francisco with consistent hours and an opportunity to work with new technology?

We’re hiring Vehicle Drivers / Test Drivers to operate company-provided vehicles on designated routes and collect real-world driving data used to develop autonomous vehicle technology.

This opportunity is a great fit for experienced delivery drivers, professional drivers, rideshare drivers, fleet drivers, couriers, shuttle drivers, vehicle operators, and safety drivers.

No autonomous vehicle experience required.

Available Shifts

• AM: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• PM: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Full-time, 5-day work week
• Weekend availability may be required
• Initial training provided

What You'll Do

• Safely operate company vehicles on assigned routes
• Drive for extended periods in city, suburban, and highway environments
• Support vehicle testing and driving data collection
• Follow defensive driving and safety procedures
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Use smartphones, navigation tools, and company applications
• Document driving observations and route information
• Communicate with fleet, dispatch, and operations teams
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness

Driver Requirements

• Valid U.S. driver's license held for at least 4 years
• Clean driving record
• Strong safe and defensive driving habits
• Comfortable driving for extended periods
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail
• Comfortable driving in city traffic and on highways
• Basic smartphone and computer skills
• Able to follow detailed routes and procedures
• Reliable and punctual

Driving Experience

Experience in any of these areas is a plus:

Uber Lyft Amazon Delivery DoorDash Delivery Driver Courier Driver Shuttle Driver Fleet Driver Professional Driver Test Driver Vehicle Operator Safety Driver

Autonomous vehicle experience is not required.

Why Join?

• $22–$24/hour
• Full-time W-2 position
• Company-provided vehicle
• Consistent driving work
• Work with autonomous vehicle technology
• Build experience in vehicle testing, fleet operations, and data collection
• Opportunity to enter the growing autonomous vehicle industry

Interview Process

30-Minute Virtual Interview 30-Minute On-Site Interview