Test Vehicle Operator(Field Data Collection)

Dallas, TX

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Test Vehicle Operator(Field Data Collection)
Location: Dallas, TX
Pay: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-time (30+ hours/week)
Contract Length: 1 year

About the Role
We’re looking for skilled and safety-focused drivers to join our autonomous vehicle testing team in Dallas, TX. As a Safety Driver, you’ll operate self-driving vehicles in real-world conditions, monitor performance, and provide feedback to engineers to help improve vehicle systems.

Key Responsibilities

Drive autonomous vehicles safely, following all traffic laws and company rules.
Perform daily pre-trip inspections and prepare vehicles for testing.
Monitor vehicle systems and report performance or safety issues.
Work with engineers and operations teams to share feedback.
Stay alert and aware at all times during long driving shifts.
Maintain professionalism and follow safety standards in all conditions.

Requirements

Valid U.S. driver’s license for at least 3 years.
Clean driving record (no DUIs or drug/alcohol offenses in the last 5 years).
Experience as an AV operator, instructor, or professional driver preferred.
Strong understanding of traffic laws and defensive driving.
Able to stay focused for 4–8 hours of driving per day.
Excellent communication and attention to detail.
Comfortable driving in all weather and traffic conditions.
Flexible schedule (shifts between 6 AM and 11 PM, weekdays and weekends).

Preferred

Defensive or safe driving certification.
Experience with ADAS or autonomous vehicle systems.
Familiarity with Linux or vehicle diagnostic tools.

Benefits

Pay: $24–$28 per hour (based on experience).
Healthcare and FSA options.
Disability and life insurance (employer paid).
401(k) retirement plan.
Pre-tax commuter benefits.
Work on cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.

Additional Info

On-site role in Dallas, TX (local or willing to relocate).
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship).
HireArt is the staffing partner and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interviews include a video screening and an on-site session in Dallas.

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