Job Description

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/ 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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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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