Are you a skilled, safety-focused driver who enjoys being on the road and working with innovative technology? Applied Intuition is looking for dependable and detail-oriented Vehicle Operators to help advance the future of self-driving vehicles!
In this hands-on role, you'll operate test vehicles along designated routes, collect valuable real-world driving data, and provide feedback that helps engineers develop and improve autonomous driving technology.
This is an exciting opportunity to turn your professional driving experience into a career in the growing autonomous vehicle industry!
What You'll Do
- Drive & Collect Data: Safely operate test vehicles along assigned routes to capture real-world driving data used to improve autonomous technology.
- Perform Vehicle Inspections: Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicles are safe, functional, and ready for testing.
- Monitor & Report Issues: Identify and accurately document vehicle concerns, route conditions, and unusual events encountered during testing.
- Collaborate with Engineers: Share observations, driving feedback, and testing results to support technology improvements.
- Follow Safety Procedures: Maintain excellent situational awareness, follow traffic laws, and adhere to company safety protocols.
- Use Technology: Work with basic software tools and digital reporting systems to document testing activities.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Professional Driving Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional driving experience; 3+ years strongly preferred.
- Active Driving Background: Currently working in a driving-related position, preferably involving frequent local driving.
- Valid Driver's License: Must have held a valid U.S. driver's license for at least 3 years.
- Clean Driving Record: No moving violations within the past 12 months and no DUI history.
- Safety-First Mindset: Demonstrated ability to drive responsibly, remain alert, and follow detailed instructions.
- Strong Communication: Comfortable documenting observations and communicating clearly with team members.
- Technical Aptitude: Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new software and vehicle technology.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to recognize potential issues, think critically, and respond appropriately.
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience That Will Help You Succeed
We especially encourage applications from candidates with backgrounds in:
- Delivery & Rideshare: Amazon DSP, Amazon Flex, DoorDash, Uber Eats, Instacart, or similar high-volume driving roles.
- Autonomous Vehicle Operations: Previous experience supporting AV testing, vehicle operations, or data collection.
- Passenger Transportation & Caregiving: Paratransit, medical transportation, or other passenger-focused driving services.
- Administrative & Operations Support: Experience with documentation, reporting, scheduling, or operational coordination.
- Team Leadership: Previous experience as a Team Lead, Shift Supervisor, or Store Manager.
Previous job stability, including holding a position for 3+ years, is a plus.
Benefits
Pay Rate: $28 per hour
Available Shift:
- AM: Fri–Tue, Sun–Thu
- PM (2:00PM–10:30PM): Tue–Sat, Wed–Sun, Fri–Tue