Jobs · Management · California

Class A Commercial Driver

CarMax · Escondido, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagement$28.6–$48.7/hrFull-time

CarMax, the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, is rethinking the way people buy cars. Join us and be part of a team that prioritizes people-first values and best-in-class service.

About the role

As a Fleet Driver at CarMax, you’ll do more than transport vehicles—you’ll help move an entire industry forward. 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 role offers consistent schedules, competitive pay, and routes designed to get you home daily, all while representing a company recognized for its commitment to excellence.

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.

Requirements

  • 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).
  • 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.

Qualifications for current CarMax associates

  • 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).

About CarMax

At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to be the nation’s largest used car retailer. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $28.60 - $48.70.

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid time off:

  • Full-time hourly or commission/incentive-eligible associates:
    • Up to 48 hours of sick time per year, accrued on a per pay period basis.
    • Between 80 hours and 200 hours of vacation time per year after a 90-day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service.
    • 8 hours of pay for each of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If an associate works on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
  • Full-time salaried associates:
    • Paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc., subject to manager approval.

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