Safety Driver

Full Timejunior

Lancaster, TexasPosted 7 days ago

Role Overview

Kodiak is hiring a entry-level Safety Driver. This is a full-time role in Lancaster, Texas. Part of Kodiak's Qa hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior-level Qa roles is $82k-$138k (based on 20 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job 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.

About the Role

We are looking for experienced commercial drivers to join our Lancaster operations as Assisted Autonomy Drivers to help us deploy our autonomous technology. Our team is on the cutting edge of working with our partners to improve and integrate our technology in real world conditions. Assisted Autonomy allows a trained CDL driver to remotely control a self-driving truck in certain low-speed situations-like tight yards or complex drop-off areas-where a human touch is helpful. It blends remote support with onboard autonomy to create a solution that enables safety and flexibility. All Assisted Autonomy drivers must be experienced and fully licensed, and operate a remote assistance station with intuitive controls including a steering wheel, pedals and brakes to provide guidance to the Kodiak Driver.

What You'll Bring

- Class A CDL License with clean driving record

- A minimum of 3+ years of verifiable and recent Class A experience

- Ability to pass a background check and practical road test

- Pass drug test, MVR and have a current DOT physical

- Comfortable working with computers, willing to be flexible with growing responsibilities over time, a growth mindset

- Passion for being a part of the future of transportation

- High School Diploma or Equivalent

- Safety Minded

- Willing and able to work flexible shifts & schedules including nights, weekends and holidays

- Requires frequent sitting and driving

- Be able to understand and execute complex testing requirements under test specialist coordination

What We Offer

Work with an experienced and agile team to revolutionize transportation.

- $34/hr base pay with a 4 day on / 3 day off schedule

- Local work only

- 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

- 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Safety Driver position at Kodiak?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Kodiak. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Safety Driver position at Kodiak located?

This position is based in Lancaster, Texas. Kodiak has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Safety Driver at Kodiak earn?

Kodiak has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Safety Driver role at Kodiak posted?

This role was posted on July 2, 2026 (7 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Safety Driver role at Kodiak entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Kodiak has listed.

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