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High-Performance Driver (Safety & Defensive Driving)

TRUCKING PEOPLE
Dallas, TX Posted Oct 7, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver / Vehicle Operator – Dallas, TX

Put your professional driving experience to work in autonomous vehicles.

We’re hiring Safety Drivers / Vehicle Operators in the Dallas area to support the testing and development of autonomous vehicles and self-driving technology.

This is a great opportunity for experienced professional drivers who want to work with cutting-edge vehicle technology and gain hands-on experience in the rapidly growing autonomous vehicle industry.

What You'll Do

  • Operate and monitor autonomous vehicles during real-world testing and passenger rides

  • Drive safely on Dallas-area roads and highways

  • Stay alert and ready to take control when necessary

  • Monitor traffic, pedestrians, and surrounding vehicles

  • Practice defensive driving and follow traffic laws

  • Perform daily vehicle safety checks

  • Support data collection and document driving events

  • Provide feedback to engineering and operations teams

  • Use GPS, navigation apps, Uber, and other mobile technology

  • Perform basic vehicle/software checks and follow operating procedures

  • What We're Looking For

  • 3+ years of continuous U.S. driving license history

  • 3+ years of professional/high-frequency driving experience; 4+ years preferred

  • Clean driving record

  • No DUI, drug, or alcohol-related offenses within the past 5 years

  • Strong vehicle-control and defensive-driving skills

  • Thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations

  • Comfortable driving in different weather conditions and on different types of roads

  • Able to anticipate hazards and react safely to unexpected situations

  • Strong communication and attention to detail

  • Comfortable using GPS, smartphones, and mobile apps

  • Able to pass a background check and drug screening

  • Must be 25+ years old

  • Great fit for: Professional Drivers, Delivery Drivers, Route Drivers, Rideshare Drivers, Fleet Drivers, Company Drivers, Driving Instructors, Autonomous Vehicle Operators, and Motorsports Drivers.

  • Why Join?

  • $25/hour

  • Full-time, 40 hours/week

  • 1-year ongoing W2 contract

  • Paid training

  • Weekly hiring classes

  • Multiple schedules available

  • Opportunity to work directly with autonomous vehicle technology

  • Growing operation expanding in Dallas Schedule:

  • AM: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • PM: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM

  • Available schedules include Monday–Friday, Tuesday–Saturday, Wednesday–Sunday, Thursday–Monday, Friday–Tuesday, Saturday–Wednesday, or Sunday–Thursday.

  • You must be able to commit to one consistent shift/schedule.

  • The hiring process includes a DMV-style city/highway driving assessment focused on safe vehicle control, defensive driving, traffic laws, stops, turns, lane changes, blind-spot checks, and situational awareness. An obstacle-course maneuver with a controlled hard stop is also included.

  • Apply today.

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