CDL Driver - Local Delivery w/Sign-on Bonus

PODS; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot voucher

Company uniforms

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

PODS is seeking a CDL Driver to safely deliver and pick up PODS containers within local routes, staying home daily. You’ll interact with customers, maintain safety standards, and use company devices for confirmations. A $2000 sign-on bonus is offered, with competitive pay and full benefits.

PTO and schedule are designed for stable local work life. You’ll perform inspections, assist with storage center tasks, and operate forklifts when not on the road, contributing to a reliable, customer-focused

Qualifications

• Valid CDL license and high school diploma (or equivalent).
• At least 21 years old and DOT Medical Card.
• Minimum 3 months of professional driving experience.
• Safety-first mindset with no moving violations in last 3 years.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial truck with lift mechanism to load/unload PODS containers.
• Complete local deliveries and pickups following DOT/OSHA safety standards.
• Perform daily pre-/post-trip inspections and keep cab/equipment clean.
• Use handheld devices for navigation, delivery confirmation, and communication.
• Act as brand ambassador and ensure containers are clean and presentable.
• Assist with storage center functions, forklift operations, and light container maintenance when not on the road.

Job description

$2000 Sign-on Bonus

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.

CDL Driver Job Posting

Our drivers are more than just delivery experts—they are the face of our brand. You aren't just hauling freight; you’re helping people navigate some of the biggest transitions of their lives.

As a CDL Driver, you’ll safely deliver and pick up PODS containers, interact directly with customers, and ensure every delivery is completed professionally, efficiently, and incident-free. If you take pride in your driving, love interacting with customers, and want a career that gets you home every night, you belong behind the wheel at PODS.

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-the-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, and comprehensive health insurance. We've got you covered with a boot voucher and company uniforms.

Compensation & Perks

• Base Pay: $24.50 - $25.50/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, Affi ... Employer

PODS Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, Affi ... We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other basis protected by law.

If there are any questions pertaining to this job posting, please contact PODS Recruiting Team at [e-mail]