CDL Truck Driver Local

About the role

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.

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.
• 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).
• You must also be 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.
• No moving violations in the past three years.
• A strong sense of spatial relations—you can 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.
• Understanding customer needs and making service excellence a priority.
• Strong basic math skills and clear communication in English.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Customer-focused attitude.

Skills

• Safe driving skills.
• Customer interaction skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Clear communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Compensation: Base Pay $29.50 - $30.00/hour, Overtime opportunities, Performance-based incentives.

Pay

Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry and are one part of the total compensation package that also includes incentives, benefits, and other opportunities at PODS. In accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity.

Contact

If there are any questions pertaining to this job posting, please contact PODS Recruiting Team at Recruiting@pods.com