Safety Driver

About the role

HireArt is searching for attentive and detail-oriented drivers to join their client's team of Autonomous Vehicle Safety Drivers. This role involves operating autonomous vehicles safely and lawfully to collect critical data on system performance and environmental factors.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain 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

• 3+ years of professional driving experience OR 4+ years of full-time, high volume, rideshare driving experience
• If you have an Uber Driver account, it must be in good standing (no deactivations or unresolved issues)
• Tech-savvy and familiar with relevant software/apps such as: Workplace communication tools (e.g. Slack, Google Chat, or Teams), GPS apps (e.g. Google/Apple Maps, FedEx/Amazon, or routing apps)
• Must be 25 years of age or older (required for having an Uber driving account).
• A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
• 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
• Comfortable driving on different types of roads
• Thorough knowledge of local traffic regulations
• Excellent communication skills and a strong attention to detail
• A willingness to work in various weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional driving experience OR 6+ years of full-time, high volume, rideshare driving experience
• Certification from safe driving or defensive driving courses
• Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) Subsidized Healthcare Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

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

Commitment

This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates local to the Dallas, TX area.