Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver

Job overview

The Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver role is onsite in Austin, TX, with pay of $20 to $25 per hour. The full-time position is scheduled for 30–40 hours per week and has a 12-month contract length. The role supports real-world testing of self-driving technology. The driver operates and monitors autonomous vehicles, intervenes when needed to maintain safety, and gathers data that helps improve system performance. Daily inspections, field testing, and detailed reporting support safe and effective testing operations.

What you'll do

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles in compliance with traffic laws
• monitor vehicle performance and take control when needed
• collect system and environmental data
• conduct in-field safety testing
• perform daily vehicle inspections and readiness checks
• submit detailed reports
• interact professionally with riders, engineers, and operations teams
• and maintain a distraction-free driving environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

autonomous vehicle safety driver

austin tx

trucking people

full-time

$20–$25/hr

self-driving vehicles

vehicle testing

safety monitoring

data collection

daily inspections

am and pm shifts

12-month position

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Multiple AM and PM shift options are listed, including 12-hour shifts; new hires start on a specified 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. shift.

About the employer

TRUCKING PEOPLE is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Support Activities for Road Transportation. Sector: 48.