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Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver – Dallas, TX | $25/hr | Flexible Shifts | Self-Driving Car | Passenger Transport | AV Safety Driver

Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver – Dallas, TX Pay: $25 per hour

Location: Dallas, TX (In-person / On-site – Local Dallas area candidates only)

Schedule: Full-time, ongoing 12-month rolling contract (no end date – potential for long-term extension)

Shifts: Days and time requested are expected to work long term (non flexible shifts)

Available Shifts: 
AM (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
PM (4:30 PM - 1:00 AM)
Available Schedules: 
 

• Monday - Friday
• Tuesday - Saturday
• Wednesday - Sunday
• Thursday - Monday
• Friday - Tuesday
• Saturday - Wednesday
• Sunday - Thursday

Note: Candidates must commit to a single shift/schedule.

JH Careers is hiring detail-oriented Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers and Self-Driving Vehicle Operators to join our client's innovative autonomous vehicle testing and passenger transport program right here in Dallas, TX. As an AV Safety Driver Dallas TX or Autonomous Vehicle Test Driver, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing self-driving technology by safely operating vehicles, monitoring systems, collecting real-world data, and ensuring the highest safety standards on public roads while transporting riders around the Dallas area.

This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about autonomous driving innovation—ideal for candidates with excellent driving and customer service backgrounds looking to break into the fast-growing AV field.

What You’ll Do as an Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver / Self-Driving Car Safety Driver:

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles in compliance with traffic laws to collect critical performance and environmental data.
• Monitor vehicle behavior during in-field testing and be prepared to intervene quickly if needed.
• Perform daily pre-trip vehicle preparations, including comprehensive safety checks and system readiness.
• Interact professionally with riders, engineers, and operations teams to provide clear feedback and insights.
• Submit detailed, accurate reports to support ongoing advancements in autonomous systems.
• Remain highly alert, distraction-free, and ready for unexpected road events, pedestrian actions, or adverse conditions.
• Anticipate hazards and respond decisively in dynamic traffic scenarios across Dallas roads.

Requirements for Autonomous Vehicle Operator Dallas / AV Safety Driver Roles:

• 4+ years of work-related driving using a personal vehicle (e.g., DoorDash, Uber Eats, field service, delivery contractor)
• Valid U.S. driver's license held continuously for 3+ years.
• Clean driving record: No DUIs, drug/alcohol-related offenses, or major violations in the last 5 years.
• Strong knowledge of local Texas/Dallas traffic regulations and defensive driving principles.
• Operations, administrative, customer service, or technical experience
• Excellent communication skills (verbal for team interactions, written for reporting).
• High attention to detail and ability to stay focused during long shifts.
• Comfort driving in various weather conditions and on diverse road types (urban, highway, etc.).
• High personal responsibility and ownership mindset—must remain distraction-free at all times.

*This position is in partnership with Uber and candidates with restricted or banned Uber Driver accounts will be disqualified from the hiring process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or knowledge of vehicle technology, ADAS features, or autonomous systems.
• Certification in defensive driving, safe driving courses, or related training.
• Tech-savvy with comfort using apps, software, or logging tools.
• Previous ride share experience (ie, Uber / Lyft / DoorDash)

Key Skills Required / Preferred (to Match Your Profile):

• Excellent Driving Skills / Advanced Driving Skills
• Clean Driving Record
• Defensive Driving / Safe Driving Practices
• Situational Awareness / Strong Situational Awareness
• Hazard Anticipation / Quick Decision-Making in Hazards
• Knowledge of Traffic Regulations / Local Traffic Laws
• Vehicle Safety Checks / Pre-Trip Inspections
• Autonomous Vehicle Monitoring / Monitoring Autonomous Systems
• Attention to Detail
• Distraction-Free Focus / High Alertness
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Data Collection / In-Field Reporting
• ADAS Knowledge / Vehicle Technology (preferred)
• Problem-Solving / Adaptability in Adverse Conditions

Benefits:

• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Employer-subsidized healthcare options.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare expenses.
• Employer-covered short-term/long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) package.

This full-time, onsite contract position is open only to qualified local candidates in the Dallas, TX area—no visa sponsorship available. JH Careers is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all eligible U.S. workers.

Ready to contribute to the future of self-driving cars? Apply today for this Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver role in Dallas and join the AV testing revolution!

JH Careers, LLC is a staffing solutions provider dedicated to connecting premier organizations across the United States with highly skilled professionals. We offer contract, contract-to-hire and full-time staffing solutions to premier organizations nationwide that require quality candidates on demand.

JH Careers, LLC specializes in the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous vehicle industries.