Autonomous Vehicle Operator - Part-Time

About the role

HireArt is partnering with May Mobility to find Autonomous Vehicle Operators (AVOs).

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor autonomous vehicle behavior in real time to ensure safe operations in dynamic environments.
• Maintain readiness to disengage autonomy and assume manual control when conditions require.
• Demonstrate conservative, safety-first judgement during all vehicle operations.
• Identify unexpected AV behaviors and log events accurately and concisely to support engineering review and system improvement.
• Serve as a company representative for passengers and partners. Answer rider questions confidently and professionally. Ensure a safe and efficient rider experience from pickup to drop-off.
• Work assigned shifts that may include early mornings, late nights, or weekends.
• Maintain consistent attendance and readiness for safety-critical work environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with 3+ years of driving experience and a clean driving record
• Comfortable operating autonomous vehicles
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly
• Comfortable assisting individuals in wheelchairs, including pushing a wheelchair up a ramp and into a vehicle
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to remain vigilant and attentive during extended monitoring periods
• High attention to detail and the ability to consistently follow established procedures and safety protocols
• Methodical, organized, and comfortable documenting daily activities and observations accurately
• Ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and concisely, particularly in dynamic or high-pressure situations
• Comfortable using technical systems, mobile devices, and digital reporting tools
• Coachable, adaptable, and able to learn quickly through structured training and ongoing evaluation

Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully complete paid online training and in-vehicle certification before working independently
• Must be able to pass a background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) check, and drug screen, including THC

Skills

• Real-time situational awareness
• Conservative judgment
• Event logging and reporting
• Rider communication and support
• Technical proficiency
• Documentation and reporting skills
• Adaptability and learning ability

Benefits

• Part-time, ongoing contract position
• Onsite work available to candidates local to the Eden Prairie, MN area
• Shifts are scheduled based on operational needs and posted 2 weeks in advance
• We do our best to honor preferred availability (AM only, PM only, flexible, etc.)
• Shifts range from 4–8 hours

Pay

Compensation is $26.00 per hour.

Schedule

Shifts are scheduled based on operational needs and posted 2 weeks in advance. We do our best to honor preferred availability (AM only, PM only, flexible, etc.). Shifts range from 4–8 hours.