Job Application for Autonomous Vehicle Rideshare Drivers at Avride

$25/hour | Full-Time | Dallas, TX | Ongoing Contract
Get behind the wheel of the future.

Avride is hiring Autonomous Vehicle Operators in Dallas to help operate our robotaxis on real roads with real passengers.
You'll experience autonomous driving technology firsthand while helping our team improve how these vehicles navigate the world around them.

No AV background? No problem. We can teach you our systems if you have basic tech skills. What we're looking for is something harder to teach: excellent driving habits, strong awareness, good judgment, and a commitment to safety.

If you're an experienced driver who wants to do something different, come drive with us.

What You'll Do:

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.

What You Need:

Experience as a professional driver, driving instructor, AV operator, motorsports racer, or in another role built around a serious commitment to safety
A valid US driving license for the last 3+ years
A clean driving record with no DUIs, drug, and/or alcohol-related offenses within the last 5 years
The instincts to spot a hazardous situation early and react quickly and safely, even when others make mistakes around you
Solid working knowledge of local traffic laws and 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
A genuine sense of ownership and responsibility behind the wheel

Nice to Have:

Knowledge of vehicle technology and control systems
A defensive driving or safe driving certification
Additional courses in Safety Driving or Defensive Driving

Benefits:

Pre-tax commuter benefits
Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
Short and long-term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
401(k) package

Ready to help drive the future of transportation? Apply today — we'd love to have you on the team.

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed through our trusted Employer of Record partner, who manages payroll, benefits, and local compliance on our behalf. You will work day-to-day with the Avride team and be fully integrated into our culture and operations. This job is onsite and available to candidates local to the Dallas, Texas area.

Avride values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas.

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Avride is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure they have equal access to employment opportunities. Avride complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with the application or hiring process, or to perform the essential functions of a job, please email jobs@avride.ai.

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