Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver

Job overview

The Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver role is onsite in Austin, TX. Compensation is $25–$28 per hour; the description also states $25 per hour. The role supports testing and development of autonomous vehicles and self-driving technology. The driver operates and monitors vehicles on public roads, taking control when needed and documenting driving events and observations. The work contributes to safe vehicle testing by applying defensive driving, monitoring road conditions, and following established procedures.

What you'll do

• Operate and monitor autonomous vehicles on public roads, city streets, and highways
• take control when necessary
• monitor traffic, pedestrians, and road conditions
• follow traffic laws and safety procedures
• perform vehicle safety checks
• document driving events and observations
• use GPS, navigation apps, smartphones, and mobile technology.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

autonomous vehicle safety driver

vehicle operator

defensive driving

public roads

vehicle safety checks

driving event documentation

paid training

austin tx

$25-$28/hr

tuesday-saturday

friday-monday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Paid training provided; no autonomous-vehicle experience required. Multiple Tuesday–Saturday and Friday–Monday shift options are listed.

About the employer

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