Safety Drivers - Mapping and data collection

Royalty Staffing is hiring for 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.

This is W-2, contract position that includes; health insurance benefits, competitive hourly pay rate, full-time schedule guaranteed, multiple schedule options and a vehicle provide.

Location – Dallas, TX, United States

Work environment - Onsite

Pay rate - $25 Per Hour

Available Shifts:

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

Available Schedules:

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

Assignment length - 1 year contract

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.

Requirements

- Professional driving experience which includes rideshare, delivery, autonomous vehicle, passenger shuttle or related experience
- If you have an Uber Driver account, it must be in good standing (no deactivations or unresolved issues)

- A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years with no lapse
- Must have a clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
- 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
- Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
- Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits

- Pre-tax commuter benefits

- Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- Employer covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package