Class A CDL Driver

Kodiak; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone subsidy

90% of healthcare premiums paid for employee

Two weeks paid vacation plus sick time

Job summary

Kodiak is seeking experienced commercial drivers for their Lancaster operations as Assisted Autonomy Drivers. In this role, you'll remotely control self-driving trucks in difficult situations. Candidates must hold a Class A CDL, have 3 years of experience, and pass background checks.

We offer $34/hr with a 5-day workweek, holiday pay at double time, and comprehensive benefits including medical plans and 401k. Join us to revolutionize the future of transportation!

Qualifications

• Requires passing a background check and practical road test.
• Must be comfortable with computers and flexible with growing responsibilities.
• Needs to pass drug test, MVR, and have a current DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Remotely control a self-driving truck in low-speed situations.
• Support the operation of autonomous technology on the road.

Skills

Class A CDL License with a clean driving record

3+ years of verifiable Class A driving experience

Ability to operate a remote assistance station

Willingness to work flexible shifts

Safety-minded

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 Lancaster operations as Assisted Autonomy Drivers to help us deploy our autonomous technology. Our team is on the cutting edge of working with our partners to improve and integrate our technology in real world conditions. Assisted Autonomy allows a trained CDL driver to remotely control a self-driving truck in certain low-speed situations—like tight yards or complex drop-off areas—where a human touch is helpful. It blends remote support with onboard autonomy to create a solution that enables safety and flexibility. All Assisted Autonomy drivers must be experienced and fully licensed, and operate a remote assistance station with intuitive controls including a steering wheel, pedals and brakes to provide guidance to the Kodiak Driver.

What you'll bring:

• Class A CDL License with clean driving record
• A min. of 3+ years of verifiable and recent Class A experience
• Ability to pass a background check and practical road test
• Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical
• Comfortable working with computers, willing to be flexible with growing responsibilities over time, a growth mindset
• Passion for being a part of the future of transportation
• 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:

• Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.
• $34/hr with a 5 day on and 2 day off schedule, great pay and great time off
• Local work only
• 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
• 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.