CDL Driver - Class B
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. 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.
Responsibilities
- 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: answer questions, solve placement puzzles, and ensure every container is clean and presentable.
- When you aren't on the road, help with storage center functions, forklift operation, and light container maintenance to keep the operation humming.
Requirements
- A valid CDL license and high school diploma (or equivalent) are required.
- At least 21 years old and possess (or be able to obtain) a DOT Medical Card.
- A minimum of 3 months of professional driving experience.
- A safety-first "zero-incident" mindset with no moving violations in the past three years.
- Strong sense of spatial relations—able to park a vehicle and negotiate tight residential spaces with ease.
- 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.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Customer-focused with a priority on service excellence.
- Strong basic math skills and ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
Benefits
- Home daily—no over-the-road (OTR) requirements; stay within your local territory.
- One scheduled day off during the week, plus every Sunday.
- Safety-first culture with a focus on well-being.
- Competitive pay with regular opportunities for overtime.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days) and paid holidays.
- Parental/family leave.
- Bonus eligibility and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- Professional development and training reimbursement.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Boot voucher and company uniforms provided.
- Commuter benefits/transit subsidies (if available).
- Other fringe benefits (e.g., wellness stipend, cell/internet stipend).
Pay
Base pay: $24.00–$25.00 per hour. Overtime opportunities available.
Schedule
Local routes with home daily. One scheduled day off during the week, plus every Sunday.