Class A CDL Driver

Omaze; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$39/hr with a 5 on 5 off schedule

Double time for holiday pay

Two weeks paid vacation plus one week paid sick time

Excellent medical, dental & vision plans

401k plan

Driver Referral Bonus Plan, $3k per hired referral

Job summary

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. in Odessa, Texas is seeking experienced commercial drivers to operate their autonomous technology for freight delivery. This role offers a competitive pay of $39/hr along with flexible scheduling and benefits including two weeks paid vacation and excellent medical plans.

Ideal candidates will have a Class A CDL license, at least 3 years of driving experience, and the ability to work nights. Join a pioneering team in autonomous ground transportation and enjoy local routes with modern vehicles.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights.

Responsibilities

• Drive autonomous technology to deliver freight.
• Integrate technology in real-world conditions.

Skills

Class A CDL License

3+ years of Class A experience

Light computer skills

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 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.