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How much do ghost driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for ghost driver in the United States is $15.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a ghost driver?

Ghost drivers are professional drivers who operate vehicles equipped with sensors and cameras to simulate self-driving cars for testing and data collection purposes. They typically wear specialized suits or outfits that make them less visible to external cameras, creating the illusion that the car is driving itself. Ghost drivers play a crucial role in testing autonomous vehicle technologies in real-world conditions while ensuring safety and data accuracy.

What are the primary responsibilities and challenges faced by a ghost driver during vehicle testing?

A Ghost Driver is responsible for safely operating vehicles—often with advanced autonomous systems installed—during testing phases, while remaining discreet inside the car to simulate driverless operation. One of the main challenges is maintaining complete focus and readiness to intervene instantly if the technology fails, ensuring safety at all times. The role often involves repetitive test runs, detailed feedback reporting, and close collaboration with engineering teams to improve vehicle performance. Ghost Drivers typically work in controlled environments but must adapt to various scenarios as the technology evolves.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ghost driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ghost Driver, you need a valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and thorough knowledge of traffic laws and routes. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, vehicle maintenance basics, and sometimes security protocols are typically required. Discretion, reliability, and strong communication skills set top Ghost Drivers apart, as they often serve high-profile or confidential clients. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and trustworthy transportation services while maintaining client privacy and satisfaction.

What is the difference between Ghost Driver vs Delivery Driver?

AspectGhost DriverDelivery Driver
CredentialsMay require a valid driver’s license, background checkValid driver’s license, sometimes specific certifications for certain vehicles
Work EnvironmentPrimarily behind the scenes, working with logistics companies or app platformsOn the road, delivering goods directly to customers
Employer & IndustryLogistics, courier, or gig economy companiesFood, retail, courier services, e-commerce

Ghost Drivers typically operate within logistics or gig platforms, focusing on behind-the-scenes transportation, while Delivery Drivers are directly involved in customer-facing deliveries. Both roles require driving skills and licenses, but their work environments and employer types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Ghost Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,394 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Lead Evening Tour Guide

Historic Tours of America

Saint Augustine, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Old Town Trolley tours of St. Augustine voted BEST EMPLOYER!

Named one of the Top 3 Employers and Best Leadership in St. Augustine. Proud winner of the Chamber Member of the Year and Florida’s First Coast Tourism Impact Award. Join the team everyone's talking about!

Have fun as you bring to life the ghoulish past of our premier frightseeing Ghosts & Gravestones tour!

Share the eerie side of our region's history and entertain guests by taking them on a journey back in time by touring the most haunted places in the city! Supervise others while ensuring the operation runs smoothly!

Expand your performance repertoire as an actor and historical interpreter at the Ghosts & Gravestones tour ®

Position Summary

The Lead Evening Tour Guide ensures our guests feel welcomed and glad they have chosen our company to entertain them! They assist in historical research, theatrical direction, must have creativity to write and improve scripts and tour presentations, and help with costuming and prop acquisition. This position requires a good sense of responsibility to lead and manage others with the ability to motivate the team and promote a harmonious workplace.

Employee Benefits:

  • All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
  • All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: paid sick time, 401K plan with company matching*, fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions


Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Charleston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, San Antonio, St. Augustine, Savannah and Washington, DC since 1980!

Start your new Career With Us Today!

*Eligibility requirements may apply


Requirements:

Essential Functions

  • Assist with researching and creating route changes in the nightly tour
  • Communicating with managers of other departments (Sales, HR, Safety, etc) to ensure proper tour scheduling
  • Assist the Manager in supervising employees, aiding in scheduling, staff assignments, hiring, training, and yearly reviews.
  • Ensure the staff maintains order when guiding crowds through the interior of venues.
  • Address and resolve customer issues
  • Aid employees in the development of historical characters and approve all costumes, props, and dialects used to ensure historical accuracy and quality within company standards.
  • When Necessary, must be able to perform as a Ghost Host or as a Ghost Tour Driver

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work
  • Ability to read, write, and speak clear English in order to communicate with co-workers and the general public
  • Ability to identify, gather and analyze information, exhibit sounds and accurate judgement, and make timely decisions
  • Ability to memorize the scripted story and stage direction, and work safely while wearing a themed costume
  • Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing
  • Valid DOT physical required

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in acting, stagecraft, set design, directing and creative writing are required.
  • Interest in history is helpful.
  • Valid Florida Class C or higher CDL with passenger endorsement. (Will train to acquire a CDL. Must obtain a CDL in the first month of employment.)
  • Acceptable driving record for past three years.

Successful candidates must undergo a drug test and a background search