SECTION I · THE BRIEF
Brief #41161Updated 30 SEP 2026SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CAGreenhouseSV ANGEL
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Class A Safety Driver

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. provides robotics machineries. The Company develops autonomous-vehicle technology for long-haul trucking. Kodiak Robotics serves customers in the State of California.

Location
San Francisco Bay area, CA
Company size
100–500
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Class A Safety Driver

Kodiak Robotics· San Francisco Bay AreaView company profile


Job title
Class A Safety Driver
Job location
San Francisco Bay Area
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.

We are looking for experienced commercial semi truck drivers to help us test our autonomous technology. Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA

The hourly pay for this full-time position in California is  $55.00/hour + bonus + equity + benefits. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level.

In this role, you will:

  • Operate our self-driving semi trucks on public roads.
  • Complete driving reports and tests in order to provide essential feedback to the engineering team.
  • Safely operate company vehicles as an essential function of the position
  • Maintain a clean driving record that meets requirements for coverage under the company's auto insurance policy.

Qualifications: 

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • 3+ years of commercial driving experience with a clean driving record
  • Great communication skills
  • Flexibility to regularly work day, night, and/or weekend shifts
  • Travel is required
  • Meet all DOT requirements
  • No criminal history
  • Local candidates preferred

The pay range listed below reflects the base salary in our SF/Silicon Valley location, across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package

California Pay Range
$55—$55 USD
 
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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Where this role is based

San Francisco Bay area, CA

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Kodiak Robotics headquarters

Mountain View, CA

Company size

100–500 employees

Founded

2018

Total raised

$594,900,000

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Funding rounds