Safety Driver – Austin, TX - Onsite

Safety Driver – Austin, TX - Onsite

• Hourly Rate - 25.00 USD Per Hour
• Full-time (usually 30+ hours/week)
• 12-month contract

Job description

Seeking an attentive and detail-oriented driver to join our client's team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of autonomous vehicle testing, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge technology while ensuring the highest safety standards. This position is ideal for those with excellent driving skills, a passion for innovation, and an ability to act swiftly and safely in potentially adverse driving situations.

Available Schedules:

• Tuesday - Saturday (8 hours per day, 40 hours per week)
  Friday - Monday (10 hours per day, 40 hours per week)
  
  AM Shift Options:
  4:30 am - 3:00 pm (Friday - Monday)
  5:00 am - 1:30 pm (Tuesday - Saturday)
  5:30 am - 2:00 pm (Tuesday - Saturday)
  6:00 am - 2:30 pm (Tuesday - Saturday)
  
  PM Shift Options:
  2:30 pm - 1:00 am (Friday - Monday)
  3:30 pm - 12:00 am (Tuesday - Saturday
  4:00 pm - 12:30 am (Tuesday - Saturday)
  
  
• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and company operations leaders to provide feedback and insights.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing to ensure operational safety.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations, including safety checks and system readiness.
• Submit detailed reports to support system advancements and operational improvements.
• Be prepared for the actions of other drivers and pedestrians as well as for unexpected events.
• Be alert and distraction-free while in vehicles.

Ideal candidate profile

It will be an advantage if: Knowledge of the technical aspects of vehicles and control systems. Experience working with autonomous vehicles. Safe driving courses, motorsport experience, defensive driving skills

Daily tasks

• Collect data on the autonomous driving system and environment by operating the vehicle safely and lawfully.
• Interact daily with riders and company operations leaders.
• Ensure safety through in-field testing.
• Monitor the technical condition of the vehicle through in-field testing.
• Complete daily preparation of the vehicle for in-field operations.
• Complete daily reports for the advancement of our technologies.

Required skills

• Have at least 3 years of a valid US driving license
• Have excellent knowledge of local traffic regulations
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a willingness to work in various weather conditions and on different types of roads.
• Have a high level of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Have a clean driving record, free of DUI, drug and/or alcohol related offenses within the last 5 years.

Work schedule

All new hires will start on the shift they were hired. It will either be 6 am-2:30 pm or 2:30 pm- 11:00 pm.

Interview process

1st interview on Thursdays, 2nd Interview on following Tuesday