Class A Safety Driver

Kodiak

Salary undisclosed

Kermit, TX or Odessa, TXOn-siteIntermediate

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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 4 on 4 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.

We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](https://endorsed.com/local-law-144). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact careers@kodiak.ai with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.

About this role

Kodiak Robotics is deploying autonomous trucking technology across the southern United States, and this role puts you at the center of that operation. As a Class A Safety Driver in Kermit, you'll operate commercial trucks—including doubles and triples—in real-world conditions while working directly with the team that's testing and refining the company's AI-powered autonomous systems. This isn't a traditional driving job; you're helping validate next-generation technology for both commercial freight delivery and Department of Defense applications.

The position requires a current Class A CDL with at least three years of verifiable experience, clean driving record, and willingness to obtain doubles and triples endorsements. You'll need to pass a background check, DOT physical, drug screening, and practical road test. The work involves frequent driving and sitting, flexible scheduling including nights, and basic computer skills—though Kodiak will train you on the technical side. The company values safety-minded drivers who can work collaboratively in a fast-moving environment.

Kodiak offers $39 per hour on a four-days-on, four-days-off schedule with 100% local driving, eliminating long hauls. Benefits include two weeks paid vacation plus one week sick time from day one, double pay for holidays, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage (90% of premiums covered for employees), a 401k plan, cell phone subsidy, and access to newer, well-maintained vehicles. There's also a $3,000 referral bonus for each driver you bring on.

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