CDL Driver - Local

Container Delivery Driver

Pay rate: minimum $26.50 hr - maximum $27.00 hr. $1,000 sign on bonus available.

Compensation: 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. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity.

Job qualifications: education & experience requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid CDL Class B license required without air brake restriction
• Must maintain a current/valid driver license
• Must meet PODS driver qualification standards
• Must be at least 21 years of age (insurance requirement)
• Possess a valid medical examiner's certificate or ability to obtain a minimum of a 1 year certification (DOT requirement)
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software preferred
• Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
• Ability to attend required 2-week new hire driver training program

Job summary: Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while maintaining excellent rapport with the customer.

• Drive and operate a commercial truck with a patented lift mechanism to load and unload containers at customer sites in a safe manner by following all safety rules
• Perform and log daily pre and post trip inspections of commercial vehicle and lift
• Accept add-on deliveries as required to meet business needs
• Use company handheld computer for delivery verification and navigation
• Operate a forklift and/or an overhead crane
• Clean and inspect containers to ensure they are presentable for delivery to customer
• Coordinate rental paperwork and payment with the customer
• Communicate with the driver lead or market manager on customer questions and/or issues; prepare driver notes as needed
• Perform repairs of containers and lifts in the field and at the storage center
• Provide backup for storage center functions when needed
• Maintain cleanliness of truck cab (keep free from debris inside and outside)
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Management & supervisory responsibilities: Typically reports to management. Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include: market manager, territory manager. Job is not directly responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance manager).

General benefits & other compensation: medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days); paid holidays; parental leave / family leave; bonus eligibility / incentive pay; professional development / training reimbursement; employee assistance program (EAP); commuter benefits / transit subsidies (if available); other fringe benefits (e.g. wellness credits).