Trucking Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California
California's trucking industry spans major freight corridors from Los Angeles and Long Beach ports to the Central Valley and Bay Area distribution hubs, creating steady demand for commercial drivers and logistics professionals. Carriers like Schneider, J.B. Hunt, and Werner Enterprises have California operations that have filed PERM labor certifications, the foundational step in Green Card sponsorship for trucking roles.
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Get Access To All JobsZoox is on a mission to reimagine transportation and ground-up build autonomous robotaxis that are safe, reliable, clean, and enjoyable for everyone. We are still in the early stages of deploying our robotaxis on public roads, and it is a great time to join Zoox and have a significant impact in executing this mission. The ML Platform team at Zoox plays a crucial role in enabling innovations in ML and CV to make autonomous driving as seamless as possible.
The Opportunity
Would you like to be part of the ML Training platform team that enables autonomous driving, driving scenario understanding, learned planning and trajectories, large scale driving simulations and several other ML use cases at Zoox? You will get to work across all ML teams within Zoox - Foundation Models, Perception, Prediction, Planner, Simulation, Data Science, Collision Avoidance, etc. and have the opportunity to significantly push the boundaries of how ML is practiced within Zoox.
The ML Training platform team builds and operates the core part of the ML platform that powers model training at scale. We are responsible for developing and operating ML tools, deep learning frameworks, and distributed model training infrastructure to support foundational models and reinforcement learning. This team also owns the model repository and model lifecycle management tools used by our applied research teams for in- and off-vehicle ML use cases. You will play a crucial role in reducing the time it takes from ideation to productionization of cutting-edge AI innovation. This team has a lot of growth opportunities as we expand our robotaxi deployments and venture into new ML domains.
In this role, you will:
- Build the Zoox Training framework leveraged by all ML teams within Zoox. This framework needs to be highly scalable, reliable, and efficient.
- Design, implement, and operate a robust and efficient ML platform to enable the training, validation, serving, and monitoring of ML models.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including ML researchers, software engineers, and data engineers, to define requirements and align on architectural decisions.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of ML infrastructure experience.
- Experience with training frameworks like PyTorch, DeepSpeed, JAX, Ray, etc.
- Experience working with cloud providers like AWS.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with building large-scale, cost-efficient distributed model training and ML compute infrastructure.
- Experience with building model lifecycle management tools and experimentation.
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Zoox is on a mission to reimagine transportation and ground-up build autonomous robotaxis that are safe, reliable, clean, and enjoyable for everyone. We are still in the early stages of deploying our robotaxis on public roads, and it is a great time to join Zoox and have a significant impact in executing this mission. The ML Platform team at Zoox plays a crucial role in enabling innovations in ML and CV to make autonomous driving as seamless as possible.
The Opportunity
Would you like to be part of the ML Training platform team that enables autonomous driving, driving scenario understanding, learned planning and trajectories, large scale driving simulations and several other ML use cases at Zoox? You will get to work across all ML teams within Zoox - Foundation Models, Perception, Prediction, Planner, Simulation, Data Science, Collision Avoidance, etc. and have the opportunity to significantly push the boundaries of how ML is practiced within Zoox.
The ML Training platform team builds and operates the core part of the ML platform that powers model training at scale. We are responsible for developing and operating ML tools, deep learning frameworks, and distributed model training infrastructure to support foundational models and reinforcement learning. This team also owns the model repository and model lifecycle management tools used by our applied research teams for in- and off-vehicle ML use cases. You will play a crucial role in reducing the time it takes from ideation to productionization of cutting-edge AI innovation. This team has a lot of growth opportunities as we expand our robotaxi deployments and venture into new ML domains.
In this role, you will:
- Build the Zoox Training framework leveraged by all ML teams within Zoox. This framework needs to be highly scalable, reliable, and efficient.
- Design, implement, and operate a robust and efficient ML platform to enable the training, validation, serving, and monitoring of ML models.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including ML researchers, software engineers, and data engineers, to define requirements and align on architectural decisions.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of ML infrastructure experience.
- Experience with training frameworks like PyTorch, DeepSpeed, JAX, Ray, etc.
- Experience working with cloud providers like AWS.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with building large-scale, cost-efficient distributed model training and ML compute infrastructure.
- Experience with building model lifecycle management tools and experimentation.
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Search Trucking Jobs in CaliforniaTrucking Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which trucking companies sponsor Green Card visas in California?
Large carriers with significant California operations, including national fleets and regional freight companies serving the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, are the most consistent Green Card sponsors in trucking. Companies that file PERM labor certifications through DOL tend to be larger employers with dedicated HR and legal teams. Checking OFLC disclosure data by employer name and California work-site location gives the most accurate picture of which companies have an active sponsorship history.
Which cities in California have the most trucking Green Card sponsorship jobs?
The Inland Empire cities of Ontario, Fontana, and Riverside anchor the largest concentration of trucking and logistics employment in California, driven by proximity to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and a dense network of distribution centers. Fresno and Stockton in the Central Valley are strong secondary markets for agricultural and regional freight. The Bay Area, particularly Oakland and Tracy, also generates consistent demand for commercial drivers with sponsorship-eligible roles.
What types of trucking roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship?
Green Card sponsorship in trucking most commonly covers Class A CDL long-haul and regional drivers, particularly where employers have documented difficulty finding qualified U.S. workers through the PERM labor certification process. Roles with specialized endorsements, such as hazardous materials or tanker, can strengthen the employer's recruitment documentation. Dispatch, fleet operations, and logistics coordination positions held by workers with employer-sponsored petitions also appear in OFLC PERM filings for California worksites.
How do I find trucking Green Card sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers with verified Green Card sponsorship history in California, so you can search trucking and freight roles without manually cross-referencing PERM filings. Narrowing results by city, such as Fontana, Stockton, or Oakland, helps prioritize openings near major freight corridors. Reviewing an employer's PERM filing history through OFLC records before applying also confirms whether a company has sponsored similar roles in California before.
Are there any California-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in trucking?
California's AB5 independent contractor law affects how carriers classify drivers, and only W-2 employees are eligible for employer-sponsored Green Cards. Drivers classified as independent contractors cannot be petitioned under PERM. California also enforces strict emissions standards that influence fleet composition, so some sponsoring employers specifically seek drivers qualified to operate CARB-compliant vehicles. Union agreements covering drivers at major ports or rail yards may also shape which roles are eligible for employer-sponsored immigration benefits.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card trucking jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.