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Level 3 Vehicle Operator

$29 per hour

Trucking People

Level 3 Vehicle Operator

An autonomous ride-hailing company is looking for dependable and safety-focused Level 3 Vehicle Operators to help support the future of self-driving transportation.

This role combines:

  • Driving
  • Vehicle operations
  • Technology testing
  • Documentation
  • Logistics support
  • Communication with engineering teams

You'll work directly with autonomous vehicles in real-world environments while supporting testing, vehicle readiness, and daily mission operations.

This is a great opportunity for candidates with:

  • strong driving experience
  • fleet or delivery backgrounds
  • rideshare, valet, transportation, or logistics experience
  • military or operations experience
  • interest in autonomous vehicle technology

Pay & Shift Bonuses

  • $29.00/hour
  • Weekend shifts: +5%
  • Night shifts starting after 1 PM: +2%
  • Weekend night shifts: up to +7% total bonus pay

Available Schedules

Day Shift Options
  • 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM
  • 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM
  • 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM
Night Shift Options
  • 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

As a Level 3 Vehicle Operator, you will:

  • Support autonomous vehicle operations in real-world driving environments
  • Drive vehicles safely for extended periods (4–8 hours daily)
  • Conduct basic software and hardware testing tasks
  • Monitor vehicle readiness and cleanliness
  • Perform basic preventative maintenance checks
  • Support vehicle movement, storage, and logistics
  • Document issues, observations, and operational metrics
  • Provide clear written and verbal feedback to engineering teams
  • Assist with operational paperwork and reporting
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams across vehicle operations and engineering

Required Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license with excellent driving history
  • Comfortable driving for long periods daily
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Basic technology and troubleshooting skills
  • Reliable, safety-focused, and detail-oriented mindset
  • Ability to work in fast-paced operational environments
  • No criminal history

Bonus Qualifications

  • BS/BA degree or technical experience
  • Military experience
  • Fleet, logistics, transportation, or vehicle operations background

Candidates with experience in any of the following may be a strong fit:

  • Autonomous vehicle operations
  • Delivery driving
  • Fleet transportation
  • Rideshare driving
  • Valet operations
  • Logistics support
  • Aviation operations
  • Warehouse transportation
  • Military operations
  • Customer-facing transportation roles

Interview Process

  1. 45-Minute Zoom Interview
  2. 45-Minute Driving Test

Why Candidates Like This Role

  • Multiple schedule options available
  • Bonus pay opportunities
  • Hands-on experience with autonomous vehicle technology
  • Opportunity to work closely with engineering and operations teams
  • Front-row access to the future of mobility
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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