Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver
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What you'll do
- Safely operate and monitor autonomous vehicles in public road environments
- Drive 4–8 hours daily with a strong focus on safety and awareness
- Perform vehicle readiness inspections and preventative maintenance checks
- Conduct basic software and hardware operation tasks
- Support vehicle testing, logistics, and operational missions
- Provide detailed written and verbal feedback to engineering teams
- Assist with documentation, reporting, and performance metrics
- Help maintain vehicle cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness
- Support movement and storage of vehicles and equipment
What they're looking for
- Excellent driving history and safe driving habits
- Ability to drive for long periods while remaining attentive and professional
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic technical troubleshooting and software operation skills
- Ability to follow procedures and work in fast-paced operational environments
- Clean background and driving record required
Nice to have
- Experience in delivery driving, rideshare, transportation, logistics, or fleet operations
- Military, technical, or operations experience
- BS/BA Degree or equivalent technical experience
- Interest in autonomous vehicle technology and advanced transportation systems
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
LEVEL 3 VEHICLE OPERATOR
Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver
Location: San Francisco, CA
Pay: $29.00 Per Hour + Shift Bonuses
Schedule: Full-Time | Multiple Shifts Available
Work Type: On-Site
Join a leading autonomous ride-hailing company helping shape the future of self-driving vehicle technology.
We are hiring Level 3 Vehicle Operators to support autonomous vehicle testing, safety operations, and vehicle readiness in real-world driving environments. This position is ideal for safety-focused drivers with strong communication skills, technical curiosity, and the ability to remain attentive for extended driving periods.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Safely operate and monitor autonomous vehicles in public road environments
• Drive 4–8 hours daily with a strong focus on safety and awareness
• Perform vehicle readiness inspections and preventative maintenance checks
• Conduct basic software and hardware operation tasks
• Support vehicle testing, logistics, and operational missions
• Provide detailed written and verbal feedback to engineering teams
• Assist with documentation, reporting, and performance metrics
• Help maintain vehicle cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness
• Support movement and storage of vehicles and equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent driving history and safe driving habits
• Ability to drive for long periods while remaining attentive and professional
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic technical troubleshooting and software operation skills
• Ability to follow procedures and work in fast-paced operational environments
• Clean background and driving record required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in delivery driving, rideshare, transportation, logistics, or fleet operations
• Military, technical, or operations experience
• BS/BA Degree or equivalent technical experience
• Interest in autonomous vehicle technology and advanced transportation systems
PAY & SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS
Base Pay: $29.00 Per Hour
Additional Shift Bonuses Available:
• Weekend Shifts: +5% Per Hour
• Night Shifts Starting After 1 PM: +2% Per Hour
• Weekend Night Shifts: Up to +7% Total Bonus Pay
AVAILABLE SHIFTS
Day Shifts
• 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM
• 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
• 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM
Night Shifts
• 1:45 PM – 10:15 PM
• 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM
• 3:45 PM – 12:15 AM
• 5:45 PM – 2:00 AM
Schedule Options
• Wednesday – Sunday
• Thursday – Monday
• Friday – Tuesday
• Saturday – Wednesday
WHY APPLY?
• Work with cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology
• Long-term full-time opportunity
• Multiple shift options available
• Competitive hourly pay with bonus opportunities
• Gain hands-on experience in autonomous vehicle operations
• Work closely with engineering and operations teams
• Be part of the future of mobility and transportation
Apply today if you are a safety-focused driver interested in advanced vehicle technology and operational excellence.
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