CDL Driver - Local

Pods

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Stable schedule

Boot voucher

Company uniforms

401(k) with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Incentives

Job summary

PODS is seeking a CDL driver to safely operate a lift-equipped truck for local loading and unloading of PODS containers. You will complete daily routes within a local territory, adhering to DOT and company safety standards.

The role emphasizes customer service, clean driving record, and the ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather. A local-home daily schedule with some on-site duties is provided.

Qualifications

CDL license required and high school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3 months of professional driving experience.
Safety-first mindset with clean driving record in past 3 years.
Ability to read/write and communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a commercial truck with lift mechanism to load/unload containers in residential and business settings.
Complete local deliveries and pickups following DOT, OSHA, and company safety standards.
Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections to keep the vehicle and equipment safe and clean.
Use handheld devices for navigation, delivery confirmation, and communication.
Act as brand ambassador; assist customers and keep containers clean and presentable.
When not on the road, assist with storage center functions, forklift operation, and light maintenance.

Skills

CDL license

Local deliveries

Customer service

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDL Driver Job Posting

Drive Your Career Forward With an Industry Leader

Forget the long hauls and the weeks away from home. At PODS, we offer the stability of a national brand with the lifestyle of a local career.

What You'll Do

Safely operate a commercial truck equipped with our unique lift mechanism to load and unload containers in residential and business settings.
Complete local deliveries and pickups while following DOT, OSHA, and company safety standards.
Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections to keep your rig"and yourself"safe and keep truck cab and equipment clean and inspection-ready.
Use company‑provided handheld devices for navigation, delivery confirmation, and communication.
Act as our brand ambassador. You'll answer questions, solve placement puzzles, and ensure every container is clean and presentable.
When you aren't on the road, you'll help with storage center functions, forklift operation, and light container maintenance to keep the operation humming.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

The Credentials:A validCDL license and high school diploma (or equivalent) are required. You must also be at least 21 years old and possess (or be able to obtain) a DOT Medical Card.
Experience: You bring a minimum of 3 months of professional driving experience.
A Clean Slate:You have a safety‑first "zero‑incident" mindset with no moving violations in the past three years.
Spatial Mastery:You have a strong sense of spatial relations"you can park a vehicle and negotiate tight residential spaces with ease.
Physical Stamina:You're comfortable climbing in and out of the cab (using three points of contact), operating a forklift, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. or applying up to 40 lbs. of pressure for equipment operation. You also can work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Customer Focused: You understand customer needs and make service excellence a priority.
Communication & Logic: You possess strong basic math skills and can read, write and communicate clearly in English.

Why You'll Love Working at PODS

Home Daily:No over‑road (OTR) requirements. You stay within your local territory.
A Solid Schedule:You'll have one scheduled day off during the week, plus every Sunday.
Safety‑First Culture:Your well‑being always comes first.
Full Benefits:Competitive pay, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and comprehensive health insurance. We've got you covered with a boot voucher and company uniforms.

Compensation & Perks

Base Pay:$27.50 - $28.00/hour
Overtime:Regular opportunities for OT to boost your take‑home pay.
Bonuses:Eligible for performance‑based incentives.
Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Programs.

Ready to Join a Team That Delivers More?

If you're a professional driver who values safety, integrity, and customer service, we want to see you in a PODS uniform.

COMPENSATION

Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry and are one part of the total compensation package that also includes incentives, benefits, and other opportunities at PODS. In accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this job.

Equal Opportunity, …

PODS Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, …

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