Vehicle Support Driver AV Testing

Transdev has partnered with the leading company in autonomous middle-mile transportation, which is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution. The company’s self-driving trucks offer safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 companies with its Class 6 and 7 autonomous trucks and is the first U.S. company to operate fully driverless trucks at scale for commercial deliveries.

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile.

About

The Role

Join Transdev in Chandler, AZ and help support the future of autonomous trucking. Our team is looking for safety-conscious, dependable, and meticulous drivers to join our autonomous vehicle (AV) program. In this capacity, you will operate passenger vehicles to assist with operational testing, comprehensive data gathering, mapping initiatives, and various readiness tasks.

It is important to note that this position does not require the operation of trucks in autonomous mode. Instead, operators will drive manually while strictly adhering to set protocols and safety standards.

Qualified individuals may find future prospects to transition into specialized AV testing positions through our internal certification and training pathways.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Starting rate of pay $22.00 per hour
• Shift
  
  Hours:
  
  Nighttime shifts are common with some daytime shifts.
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  Expect 40–45 hours per week, with availability required across all 7 days.

• PTO: minimum of one (1) week
• Sick days: 5 days
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance,

• Operate passenger vehicles safely and professionally on public roads and closed courses
• Support autonomous vehicle (AV) missions by manually operating assigned support vehicles in coordination with AV test teams and mission coordinators
• Assist with mission-specific objectives such as traffic flow support, route coordination, environmental coverage, safety support, and operational observations
• Support data collection activities by driving assigned routes accurately and consistently
• Conduct mapping and survey driving operations across urban, suburban, and highway environments
• Follow detailed mission plans, communication protocols, and instructions from operations personnel and mission coordinators
• Maintain high situational awareness and safe driving practices while operating in proximity to test vehicles
• Perform basic vehicle inspections before and after shifts
• Accurately document trips, incidents, observations, and operational notes
• Work closely with operations teams, coordinators, and field staff
• Maintain compliance with all traffic laws, safety protocols, and company policies
• Support flexible shift schedules, including evenings, weekends, or extended driving assignments when needed

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Minimum 3+ years of passenger vehicle driving experience
• Strong understanding of road safety and defensive driving practices
• Comfortable driving for extended periods in varying traffic and weather conditions
• Ability to follow navigation tools, maps, and route instructions accurately
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
• Basic technical proficiency with mobile devices and in-vehicle systems
• Excellent communication and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Experience in field operations, logistics, transportation, rideshare, delivery, fleet operations, or data collection programs
• Familiarity with mapping, surveying, or route validation activities
• Experience working in fast-paced operational environments
• Exposure to automotive technology or advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)

• Be part of cutting-edge autonomous vehicle innovation
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