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Local Vehicle Test Driver (Autonomous)

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Test Vehicle Operator – Autonomous Vehicles
Location: Dallas, TX
Pay: $24–$26 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 30–40 hours per week
Contract: 1 year (extension possible)

About the Role
Join a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle testing program in Dallas.
We’re hiring safety-focused drivers to operate self-driving vehicles in real-world conditions and provide feedback that helps improve next-generation vehicle technology.

Shift Information
Currently, only a PM shift is available:
2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Please indicate your availability for one of the following schedules:

  • Wednesday – Sunday
  • Friday – Tuesday

What You’ll Do

  • Safely operate autonomous vehicles on public roads 
  • Monitor vehicle behaviour and remain alert at all times
  • Perform daily pre-drive vehicle inspections
  • Report system performance, safety issues, and observations
  • Communicate clearly with engineers and operations teams
  • Maintain focus and professionalism during extended driving shifts

What We’re Looking For

  • Valid U.S. driver’s license held for 3+ years with no gaps between renewals
  • Clean driving record with no points, tickets, or violations
  • Strong understanding of traffic laws and defensive driving
  • Ability to remain focused during 4–8 hour driving shifts
  • Comfortable driving in all traffic and weather conditions
  • Tech-savvy with fast and fast typing skills(40WPM)

Preferred Experience

  • Autonomous vehicle or ADAS experience(not obligatory if you have
  • GPS and navigation tools experience
  • Delivery or app-based driving experience (3+ years preferred)
  • Professional or ride-share driving experience (Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, etc.)
  • Defensive driving certification is a plus
  • Technical or troubleshooting aptitude
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • Healthcare, FSA, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Hands-on work with advanced autonomous vehicle technology

How to Apply
Complete the questionnaire and monitor your email inbox for next steps.

Apply: Local Vehicle Test Driver (Autonomous)
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Currently there is only one shift available: PM (2:30 PM - 11:00 PM). Please indicate whether you are interested in this shift.*
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If hired, the shift assigned to you (based on the preferences you selected above) at the offer stage will be your permanent, ongoing schedule. The designated days and times are fixed, and you will be expected to maintain this schedule on a long-term basis. No exceptions will be made.*
Are you comfortable with the pay rate? $24-26 per hour*
This is an ongoing contract role expected to last about 1 year, depending on job performance and business needs. Are you comfortable with these terms?*
It is required to have a clean driving record for this position, so we will be running Motor Vehicle Reports upfront. Do you have more than 1 violation point on your driver's license?*
Please indicate which of the following types of professional driving experience you have:*
Can you tell me about your professional driving experience in the Dallas area?*
To prove 3 years of driving experience, Please upload your Current Driver's Licence front photo
If your Current Driver's licence was issued after January 2023, please submit previous one that can prove your 3 years of driving experience.

if you want to streamline the hiring process please submit all licences at this step. Otherwise, you will get an email with a separate request.
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You are driving on a busy multi-lane road with steady traffic. You need to change lanes to the left within the next quarter mile. Which option best reflects a safe and controlled lane change?*
You are navigating a narrow area with parked vehicles and cones on both sides. What is the safest approach?*
You are approaching a moderate turn on a public road with light traffic. Which option best reflects *safe and stable* speed control through the turn?*
You are driving below the speed of traffic and then need to slow further due to an unexpected condition. What is the *primary safety* concern in this situation?*
Why is smooth braking especially important in an autonomous vehicle testing environment?*
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After you get notified that you have been successfully submitted to the next stage, you will get an MVR email within 24H

Once MVR check is done, you will get an email to schedule a driving test.

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if you have any questions or struggle to finish this application, please email [email protected]*