Class A CDL Driver

Kodiak AI; Kermit, Odessa (TX, TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$39/hr pay

6 on 4 off schedule

Holiday double time

Two weeks paid vacation

Paid sick time

Cell phone subsidy

Healthcare premiums paid 90%

401k plan

Driver referral bonus $3k

Snacks and drinks

Diverse, collaborative team

Job summary

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. is seeking experienced commercial drivers for Midland/Odessa operations to deploy our autonomous technology.

You will operate company vehicles under a night-shift friendly, 6 on/4 off schedule with a competitive hourly wage and benefits. Requirements include a valid Class A CDL with clean driving record, 3+ years of verifiable Class A experience, doubles/triples endorsements, and the ability to pass a background check, drug test, MVR, and DOT physical.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record.
• Minimum 3+ years of verifiable Class A experience.
• Must have (or be willing to get) doubles and triples endorsements.
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles as an essential function of the position.
• Ability to pass a background check and practical road test.
• Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Clean driving record

3+ years Class A experience

Doubles and triples endorsements

Operate company vehicles

Background check

Drug test

DOT physical

High school diploma

Safety minded

Flexible shifts

Night shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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:

• Valid 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 safely operate company vehicles as an essential function of the position
• Ability to maintain a clean driving record that meets requirements for coverage under the company's auto insurance policy.
• 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 6 on 4 off schedule
• Double time for holiday pay
• Two weeks paid vacation plus one week paid sick time, available your first year
• Cell phone subsidy
• 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 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 [e-mail] with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.