Class A CDL Driver

Kodiak
Kermit; Odessa, US
On-siteVisa sponsorship

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced commercial drivers with clean records who are willing to work flexible shifts in the autonomous trucking industry.

Best fit for

  • Drivers with endorsements who prioritize safety in a tech-forward environment.
    — “Must have (or be willing to get) doubles and triples endorsements
  • Candidates who value local routes and structured time-off schedules.
    — “100% local driving

Things to consider

  • Background checks and drug tests are mandatory for all candidates.
    — “Ability to pass a background check and practical road test
  • Shift flexibility includes nights, which may not suit all lifestyles.
    — “Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights

How to stand out

  • Highlight any prior experience with autonomous or advanced vehicle technology.
    — “help us deploy our autonomous technology
  • Emphasize your safety record and any relevant endorsements.
    — “Class A CDL License with clean driving record
  • Prepare to discuss your adaptability to new systems and training.
    — “Light computer skills required, we will train you
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • Drive freight using autonomous technology
  • Pass background check and practical road test
  • Work flexible shifts including nights
Typical background
3+ years of verifiable current Class A experienceClean driving record

Skills & requirements

Required

Class A CDLCommercial DrivingDoubles And Triples EndorsementsLight Computer Skills

Preferred

Autonomous Technology Experience

Stack & domain

CdlCommercial DrivingSafetyLight Computer SkillsFlexibilityTeamworkClass A Cdl LicenseDoubles And Triples EndorsementsTransportation

About the role

Original posting from Kodiak via Greenhouse

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

We are looking for experienced commercial drivers to join our Midland/Odessa operations to help us deploy our autonomous technology.  Our Midland/Odessa Operations team is on the cutting edge of working with our partners to improve and integrate our technology in real world conditions.

What you'll bring:

Class A CDL License with clean driving record

A min. of 3+ years of verifiable current Class A experience

Must have (or be willing to get) doubles and triples endorsements

Ability to pass a background check and practical road test

Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical

Light computer skills required, we will train you

High school diploma or equivalent

Safety minded

Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights

Requires frequent sitting and driving

What we offer:

$39/hr with a 5 on 5 off schedule

100% local driving

Double time for holiday pay

Two weeks paid vacation plus one week paid sick time, available your first year

Cell phone subsidy

Excellent medical, dental & vision plans

90% of monthly healthcare premiums paid for employee and 75% paid for dependents

401k plan

Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.

Clean, newer vehicles

Snacks and Drinks provided

Driver Referral Bonus Plan, $3k per hired referral 

And much more! 

 

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

 

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

 

We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.

 

Source: Kodiak careers (Greenhouse)

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