Entry Level CDL Driver Jobs
New grad cdl driver jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a clean driving record and a freshly earned CDL can matter more than years on the road. Most openings are on-site roles across Waste Management & Environmental Services, Automotive, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Republic Services, United Rentals, and Rumpke hiring at this level now.
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Req ID: 271898
Job Location: Odessa, TX
Work days/Shift Hours: 5:00am - until completion / Off Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Compensation: Starting pay ranges from $33.15 to $40.15 per hour, based on experience. Additional earning opportunities may include performance-based incentives, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
General Purpose
Join our team! Our Driver Merchandisers are responsible for driving and delivery of pre-ordered product to assigned accounts and for rotating and stocking product.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Check accuracy and stability of the load.
- Deliver products to customers.
- Merchandise, display and rotate products according to company standards.
- Invoice and collect monies due.
- Pick up company property.
- Secure company assets.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Settle all accounts daily.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
- Valid Class A Driver's License required.
- Interstate designation required on CDL.
- 1-3 years of general work experience required.
- 1+ years of commercial driving experience preferred.
- Local delivery experience preferred.
- Prior grocery store and/or consumer products experience a plus.
- Ability to operate a two or four wheel dolly.
- Familiarity with DOT regulations.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Driving record within MVR policy guidelines required.
- Must have the ability to repetitively lift, pull and push 50+ pounds, reach above head height, stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at talentacquisition@cocacolaswb.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Req ID: 271898
Job Location: Odessa, TX
Work days/Shift Hours: 5:00am - until completion / Off Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Compensation: Starting pay ranges from $33.15 to $40.15 per hour, based on experience. Additional earning opportunities may include performance-based incentives, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
General Purpose
Join our team! Our Driver Merchandisers are responsible for driving and delivery of pre-ordered product to assigned accounts and for rotating and stocking product.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Check accuracy and stability of the load.
- Deliver products to customers.
- Merchandise, display and rotate products according to company standards.
- Invoice and collect monies due.
- Pick up company property.
- Secure company assets.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Settle all accounts daily.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
- Valid Class A Driver's License required.
- Interstate designation required on CDL.
- 1-3 years of general work experience required.
- 1+ years of commercial driving experience preferred.
- Local delivery experience preferred.
- Prior grocery store and/or consumer products experience a plus.
- Ability to operate a two or four wheel dolly.
- Familiarity with DOT regulations.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Driving record within MVR policy guidelines required.
- Must have the ability to repetitively lift, pull and push 50+ pounds, reach above head height, stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain Texas or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. Please inform us at talentacquisition@cocacolaswb.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Know Your Rights dol.gov
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Entry Level CDL Driver Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level cdl driver job?
Start by earning your Commercial Driver's License if you haven't already, since most entry level postings require it on day one. Employers at this level look for a clean driving record, basic knowledge of DOT regulations, and a willingness to complete company-specific orientation. Completing a truck driving program or logging hours through a paid training partnership can give you a real edge over other candidates with no prior experience.
Which companies hire entry level cdl drivers?
Companies hiring entry level cdl drivers right now include Republic Services, United Rentals, and Rumpke, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, you'll find a mix of regional carriers, national freight companies, and large retailers with private fleets that run paid CDL training programs specifically designed for candidates new to the field.
Are there remote entry level cdl driver jobs?
Yes, though with an important qualifier for this role. About 1% of entry level cdl driver openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be dispatch, logistics coordination, or fleet support roles rather than driving positions, since over-the-road and local delivery work is inherently on-site by nature.
Are these new grad cdl driver jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates at the start of their driving careers. A posting is new grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as acceptable, mentions paid training or a CDL reimbursement program, or describes an orientation period that assumes you're building professional driving habits for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level cdl drivers?
Entry Level cdl driver roles concentrate in Waste Management & Environmental Services, Automotive, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on high-volume, predictable freight movement and are willing to invest in training new drivers to meet ongoing demand across their distribution and delivery networks.