Autonomous Vehicle Car Driver

Autonomous Vehicle Car Driver

Philadelphia, United States

Company
JSAN Consulting Ltd
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
18–19 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Role: Autonomous Vehicle Car Driver

Duration: 12+months

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator – Master AV Tech in Philadelphia ($18-$19/hr + Paid Denver Training!)

Kickstart your AV adventure with a fully covered 1-month training trip to Denver, CO—travel, meals, and hotel included! Then return to Philadelphia to operate next-gen self-driving vehicles, test systems on local roads, and deliver safe ride-hail rides in this exciting 12+ month contract.

Adventure-Packed Launch

Start strong with expense-paid Denver, CO immersion in AV operations, then hit Philly streets for hands-on testing across diverse routes and shifts (40 hrs/week: days, evenings, weekends, overnights). Gain elite skills in autonomous tech while enjoying health/vision insurance and ongoing paid training—ideal for drivers craving innovation.

Key Duties
• Steer AVs on structured or free-form paths, focusing on autonomous monitoring with minimal manual drives.
• Capture software logs, provide instant environmental insights, and evaluate vehicle features.
• Deliver precise ride reports to support engineering and ops.
• Ensure unwavering safety standards everywhere.

Your Qualifications
• 21+ years old, valid driver's license, 3+ years professional driving.
• Tech-fluent: Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs), smartphones, touchscreens.
• Quick-thinking observer with sharp, succinct communication.
• Physically ready: Prolonged sitting/standing, 45-lb lifts, stairs, occasional reaching/balancing/stooping; full-range vision.
• Flexible for rotational shifts.

Rewards Breakdown
• Pay: $18–$19/hour (40 hrs/week).
• Benefits: Health insurance, paid training.
• Bonus: All-expenses-paid 1-month Denver training (travel, food, lodging).

Fast-Track Application

Confirm you're ready:
• Willing to travel to Denver for 1-month training?
• Can pass drug, driving, and background checks?
• Open to rotational shifts?

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid training

Application Question(s):
• Are you willing to travel Denver, CO for 1 month training?
• Can you pass drug test, driving test and background check?
• Are you willing to work for rotational shifts?

Work Location: On the road
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for driver jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026, applying to all non-exempt drivers including delivery and light truck drivers. Drivers paid by mileage or commission must earn at least this amount for all hours worked, with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. 29 states plus DC have higher rates, such as $16.00 per hour in California.
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As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $57,800 as of May 2025 data projected for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $41,200, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $82,900. Annual wages range from $45,000 for entry-level to $75,000 for experienced drivers with CDL endorsements.
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As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, no postsecondary education is required, but a high school diploma or GED is preferred by most employers. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is mandatory, with many jobs requiring 1-2 years of experience or 160-hour training program completion. Interstate drivers must pass DOT medical exam every 24 months.
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