Job Details

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)

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 48 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 (48 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

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