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Autonomous Vehicle tester(AM/PM)

TRUCKING PEOPLE, San Francisco, CA, United States


Level 3 Vehicle Operator (Autonomous Vehicles) Location: San Francisco Work Environment: In-Person Pay Rate: $29.00 per hour Job Type: Contract | Full-Time (30+ hours/week)

Overview We are looking to hire a Level 3 Vehicle Operator supporting autonomous vehicle testing, fleet operations, and real‑world driving validation. This role is critical to the safe testing and deployment of self‑driving vehicle systems, supporting engineering teams with vehicle operations, data collection, system monitoring, and operational feedback. The ideal candidate is a safety‑focused professional driver with strong communication skills, technical awareness, and the ability to operate vehicles for extended periods while supporting autonomous vehicle development programs.

Compensation & Shift Incentives Base Pay: $29.00 per hour Weekend Shift Bonus: +5% hourly premium Night Shift Bonus: +2% hourly premium Weekend Night Shift Bonus: Up to +7% total hourly premium

Shift Schedules Day Shifts: 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM

Night Shifts (TOP PRIORITY – FAST HIRING): 1:45 PM – 10:15 PM 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM 3:45 PM – 12:15 AM 5:45 PM – 2:00 AM

Available Workdays: Wednesday – Sunday Thursday – Monday Friday – Tuesday Saturday – Wednesday Additional overnight schedules may be available.

Key Responsibilities

Operate autonomous test vehicles safely on public roads and testing routes

Drive 4–8 hours per shift while monitoring vehicle behavior and road conditions

Support autonomous vehicle testing operations and fleet deployment

Perform basic software interaction and system diagnostics

Document vehicle performance data, operational metrics, and test observations

Provide written and verbal feedback to engineering and operations teams

Conduct daily vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance checks

Maintain vehicle readiness, safety compliance, and cleanliness

Assist with vehicle logistics, fleet staging, and equipment organization

Support cross‑functional teams including vehicle engineering, computer vision, infrastructure, and ride operations

Required Qualifications (Must Have)

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Ability to drive for extended periods (4–8 hours daily)

Strong understanding of road safety and defensive driving

Basic technical troubleshooting and software interaction skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols

Comfortable documenting testing observations, vehicle performance, and operational reports

Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working rotating shifts, evenings, and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical or field operations experience

Experience in vehicle testing, fleet operations, transportation services, or ride‑hailing

Military, logistics, or technical operations background

Familiarity with ADAS systems, autonomous vehicle technology, or mobility platforms

How to Apply Submit your updated CV and complete the screening questions. Please check your email after application for the next steps. Or call (901) 471‑8090 Julia

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