About
If you are interested in being part of the team that designs and engineers new cars and trucks, Performance Driven Workforce has a job for you. No prior job experience is necessary to get a job as a vehicle test driver.
PDW is headquartered in Michigan and supports the product development efforts of major auto manufacturers at vehicle testing locations throughout the country.
Benefits
- Work around your schedule with day, night and weekend shifts available
- Earn extra money test driving new and pre-production vehicles
- No prior automotive experience necessary
- Easy application and screening process
- Get paid weekly
- Retirees and veterans welcome
- Students - build your resume and gain career experience
- Retirees – join the team and offer your valuable opinions on new products
FAQ
Click on the “Apply Now” button on this page and select “Drivers” in the Job Type drop-down menu. Then click the “Search” button at the bottom of the page to display all the available driver positions in the U.S. Click on the job title for your area in the search results to see the job description and to apply for that position.
Click on the “Apply Now” button on this page and select your state in the State/Province drop-down menu. Then click the “Search” button at the bottom of the page to display all the available positions in your state.
The requirements vary slightly from location to location, so check the job description to verify the requirements for your area. In general, the requirements to be a vehicle test driver are:
- Must be at least 18 to 20 years old (depending on the job location)
- Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and a good driving record
- Must have at least two years of driving experience in the U.S.
- Must be able to pass a written driving test, read maps and follow directions
- Must have good English language written and verbal communication skills
Vehicle test drivers drive and evaluate new and pre-production vehicles from major auto manufacturers. Drivers operate in small groups on a predetermined route on public roads and provide feedback on vehicle performance, comfort, noise, durability and other factors. Shifts are generally eight hours of driving with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
The shift schedule varies by location. Most locations have day, night and weekend shifts available. Shift times are listed on all the job descriptions. Check job descriptions to see the hours for your area.
Yes! One of the major benefits of driving for Performance Driven Workforce is the ability to set your schedule. Our scheduling system matches driver availability with client needs weekly. Let us know when you are available to work, including any combination of day, night and weekend shifts, and we will schedule you when you are available.
The pay rate varies by location. Some locations offer an hourly bonus for night and weekend shifts. PDW also pays CDL drivers an hourly bonus when test driving vehicles that require a CDL license. Pay rates are listed on all of the job descriptions. Check job descriptions to see the pay rate for your area.
Yes! We also hire full-time and part-time CDL drivers, mechanics of all skill levels, fabricators, instrumentation techs, material control techs, vehicle porters, general laborers and more!
If you have a question, you can send it to us at info@pdworkforce.com or call us at (313) 203-3435 during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST).