Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Source One is a staffing services company and we’re currently looking for the following individuals to work as drivers for our client, an established AI and autonomous vehicle (AV) company in Austin, TX.

Title: Safety Driver
Pay Rate: $25/hr (W-2)
Initial Duration: 1 year

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)

Summary: We are seeking attentive and detail-oriented drivers to join our client’s team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers. 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.

As a Safety Driver, you'll:
- 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.

Required Qualifications:
- Candidates should have 3+ years of professional driving experience
- Must have a valid TX Driver’s License
- Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years - and no more than 1 violation point on your driver's license
- Able to anticipate hazardous situations and act quickly and safely, despite adverse conditions or the mistakes of others when operating a motor vehicle
- Have a thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
- Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
- A willingness to work in various weather conditions and comfortable driving on different types of roads
- Takes ownership with a high level of responsibility

Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
- Experience with Workplace communication tools (Slack, Gchat, Teams, etc.) or GPS apps (Apple/Google Maps, FedEx/Amazon routing apps, etc.)
- Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
- Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits:
- Pre-tax commuter benefits Employer
- Subsidized Health Care Benefits Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- Covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package

A WBENC (woman owned) certified company; Source One provides a full range of professionals to the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Defense, Technology, Financial Services, Retail & Manufacturing, and Energy & Transportation industries nationwide.

Company Description

A WBENC (woman owned) certified company; Source One provides a full range of professionals to the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Defense, Technology, Financial Services, Retail & Manufacturing, and Energy & Transportation industries nationwide.