Class A Commercial Driver - Night Shift

CarMax; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Floating holiday

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Fleet Driver in Hickory, NC to safely load, transport, and offload vehicles between stores, auctions, vendors, and logistics hubs. You will help maintain inventory flow and ensure on-time deliveries while upholding CarMax safety and quality standards.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, 2+ years CMV driving experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL.
• 2+ years of CMV driving experience required (Military heavy/medium tactical vehicle experience considered).
• Clean driving record with no serious violations in past three years; DOT & FMCSA standards must be met.
• Ability to meet DOT & FMCSA qualification requirements.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and operate winches during loading.
• Proficiency in operating a 10-speed transmission; outdoors work in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, secure, transport, and offload vehicles between stores, auctions, vendors, and hubs.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery to maintain inventory flow and customer satisfaction.
• Operate equipment with focus on safety, efficiency, and cleanliness; keep truck/trailer well maintained.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT and CarMax standards.
• Maintain accurate DOT logs and documentation.
• Represent CarMax professionally with vendors, store associates, and the public.
• Follow company and federal safety regulations to minimize risk.

Skills

CDL Class A

CMV driving experience

Safe driving

Physical strength

10-speed transmission operation

DOT/FMCSA qualification readiness

Outdoor work in varied weather

Strong safety mindset

Clean driving record

Job description

7231 - Hickory - 1935 15th Avenue Pl SE, Hickory, North Carolina, 28602

CarMax, the way your career should be!

Position Overview

As a Fleet Driver at CarMax, you'll do more than transport vehicles—you'll help move an entire industry forward. This role is ideal for professionals who value safety, reliability, and integrity. You'll enjoy consistent schedules, competitive pay, and routes designed to get you home daily, all while representing a company recognized for its commitment to excellence. Join us and be part of a team that prioritizes people-first values and best-in-class service.

Fleet Drivers are trusted logistics professionals who keep CarMax operations running smoothly. You'll play a critical role in ensuring vehicles are delivered on time and in top condition, supporting inventory flow and customer satisfaction. This is more than a driving job—it’s an opportunity to represent a brand built on trust, teamwork, and doing the right thing every time.

Why CarMax?

At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you're advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Role Responsibilities

• Safely load, secure, transport, and offload CarMax vehicles between stores, auctions, vendors, and logistics hubs.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of vehicles to maintain inventory flow and customer satisfaction.
• Operate equipment with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and cleanliness, maintaining a well-kept truck and trailer.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT and CarMax standards.
• Maintain accurate and compliant DOT logs and documentation.
• Represent CarMax professionally when interacting with vendors, store associates, and the public.
• Follow all company and federal safety regulations to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state.
• 2+ years of Class A CDL driving experience (Military heavy/medium tactical vehicle experience considered).
• Current CarMax associates may apply if they meet:
• A valid Class A CDL.
• 2+ years of CMV driving experience at CarMax (non-Class A CMV experience acceptable).
• No preventable safety incidents in the past 2 years (validated by Safety & Compliance Team).
• Clean driving record with no serious violations in the past three years; must meet CarMax's Driver Safety Evaluation criteria.
• Ability to meet DOT & FMCSA qualification requirements.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and operate winches during loading.
• Proficiency in operating a 10-speed transmission and willingness to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.

As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what's next. Join us in creating a better future- for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Hourly Rate For This Position Is

$21.50 - $36.60

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

• To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.