Source One is a staffing services company and we’re currently looking for the following individuals to work as drivers for our client, a major AI technology company developing autonomous vehicles (AVs) in San Diego, CA.

Title: Vehicle Operator - Data Collection (Driver)

Pay Rate: $28/hr (W-2) plus benefits (listed below)

Contract Length: Ongoing

TRAVEL REQUIRED: This role will require travel to either Las Vegas or San Francisco to complete 4 weeks of training. You will need to remain in LV or SF for the entire training duration. We will book your flight and hotel accommodations at no cost and will reimburse a per diem for meals and rideshare to and from the site.

Shifts are available at the following times:

Day Shift: 6:45am-3:15pm

Night Shift: 3:45pm-12:15am

Days: Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday

Job description: These are full-time, ongoing contract positions open to candidates local to San Diego. Our client is partnering with a leading technology company to advance the future of autonomous vehicle development. We are seeking Vehicle Operators to play a critical role in testing, collecting data, and refining cutting-edge autonomous driving technology. As part of this program, you will operate test vehicles to do mapping, gathering crucial data that directly impacts innovation.

If you are highly observant, safety-conscious, and eager to contribute to the next generation of mobility, this role is for you. Join a fast-paced, dynamic team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous learning. Junior candidates with some driving experience and a passion for autonomous vehicles are ideal.

Responsibilities:

- Drive test vehicles for 6-8 hours daily on predefined routes, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols

- Perform routine vehicle inspections to confirm roadworthiness and address any maintenance needs

- Conduct basic software operations to support real-time data collection

- Accurately document observations, issues, and anomalies encountered during test runs

- Collaborate with engineers, providing valuable feedback to enhance system performance

- Assist with vehicle logistics, maintenance coordination, and storage

Requirements:

- Candidates must have a valid CA driver's license with at least 3 years of consecutive driving history (without any gaps in licensure)

- Must have basic vehicle knowledge with a clean driving record (no DUIs and no more than 2 points)

- Must be able to type at least 45 wpm

- Candidates must pass a pre-employment motor vehicle record check, criminal background check, and a drug test

- Candidates must sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)

- Candidates must pass a driving test and an onsite typing test

- Must be comfortable driving for extended periods (6-8 hours per day)

- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

- Ability to follow detailed instructions and strict safety guidelines

Competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement within the company:

- Pre-tax commuter benefits

- Employer subsidized health care benefits

- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs

- Covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance