Commercial Driver Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Commercial driver jobs in the U.S. are filled through visa sponsorship most often via H-2B visa for seasonal or temporary routes, or green card pathways for permanent CDL roles. Employers must document labor shortages through DOL, making your CDL class and endorsements central to any sponsorship case.
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As a Fleet Driver I, you'll do more than transport vehicles — you'll help keep CarMax operations running smoothly by ensuring the right cars get to the right place, on time, for the customers counting on us to deliver. This role is ideal for professionals who value safety, reliability, and integrity in everything they do.
At CarMax, we believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding. You'll enjoy consistent schedules, competitive pay, and routes designed to get you home daily — all while representing a company built on trust, teamwork, and doing the right thing.
Why CarMax: At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Safety first — conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT and CarMax standards using company hauler
- Stay compliant — maintain accurate and compliant DOT logs and documentation
- Transport with Care — load, secure, transport, and unload CarMax vehicles safely and efficiently, including hands-on freight handling, ladder climbing, and working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Be accountable — move vehicles between CarMax locations and approved vendors using a company-provided truck, keeping your equipment clean, well-maintained, and operationally ready
- Deliver with purpose — deliver vehicles accurately and on time to support inventory flow and keep customers and stores on schedule
- Represent CarMax professionally – interact with vendors, store associates, and the public in a way that reflects our values every time
Required Qualifications– All Drivers
- 21 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver’s license
- Clean driving record with no serious violations in the past three years; candidates must meet CarMax’s Driver Safety Evaluation criteria
- Physical ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds; secure, block, and restrain vehicles during transport; and perform repetitive physical tasks including pulling, torquing, and tensioning chains, binders, and straps to meet FMCSA and CarMax load securement standards
- Must be able to climb, bend, and kneel to access and secure vehicles on multi-level transport decks
- Ability to meet DOT & FMCSA qualification requirements
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments, including exposure to noise and inclement weather
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with adherence to CarMax policies and safety standards
- Works efficiently and uses time wisely
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state
- 2+ years of Class A CDL driving experience (Military heavy/medium tactical vehicle experience considered) OR 2+ years of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driving experience at CarMax (non-Class A CMV experience is acceptable)
The hourly rate for this position is:
$26.20 - $44.60
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
LOCATION
7291 - Fredericksburg - 10400 Southpoint Pkwy, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22407
Position Overview
As a Fleet Driver I, you'll do more than transport vehicles — you'll help keep CarMax operations running smoothly by ensuring the right cars get to the right place, on time, for the customers counting on us to deliver. This role is ideal for professionals who value safety, reliability, and integrity in everything they do.
At CarMax, we believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding. You'll enjoy consistent schedules, competitive pay, and routes designed to get you home daily — all while representing a company built on trust, teamwork, and doing the right thing.
Why CarMax: At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Safety first — conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT and CarMax standards using company hauler
- Stay compliant — maintain accurate and compliant DOT logs and documentation
- Transport with Care — load, secure, transport, and unload CarMax vehicles safely and efficiently, including hands-on freight handling, ladder climbing, and working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Be accountable — move vehicles between CarMax locations and approved vendors using a company-provided truck, keeping your equipment clean, well-maintained, and operationally ready
- Deliver with purpose — deliver vehicles accurately and on time to support inventory flow and keep customers and stores on schedule
- Represent CarMax professionally – interact with vendors, store associates, and the public in a way that reflects our values every time
Required Qualifications– All Drivers
- 21 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver’s license
- Clean driving record with no serious violations in the past three years; candidates must meet CarMax’s Driver Safety Evaluation criteria
- Physical ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds; secure, block, and restrain vehicles during transport; and perform repetitive physical tasks including pulling, torquing, and tensioning chains, binders, and straps to meet FMCSA and CarMax load securement standards
- Must be able to climb, bend, and kneel to access and secure vehicles on multi-level transport decks
- Ability to meet DOT & FMCSA qualification requirements
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments, including exposure to noise and inclement weather
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with adherence to CarMax policies and safety standards
- Works efficiently and uses time wisely
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state
- 2+ years of Class A CDL driving experience (Military heavy/medium tactical vehicle experience considered) OR 2+ years of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driving experience at CarMax (non-Class A CMV experience is acceptable)
The hourly rate for this position is:
$26.20 - $44.60
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
LOCATION
7291 - Fredericksburg - 10400 Southpoint Pkwy, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22407
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Commercial Driver
Get your CDL credentials verified early
Foreign commercial licenses aren't automatically recognized in the U.S. Contact the state DMV where your prospective employer operates to confirm equivalency requirements and start the CDL conversion process before you're in offer negotiations.
Target carriers with seasonal DOT contracts
H-2B sponsorship requires employers to prove temporary or seasonal need. Trucking companies handling harvest logistics, tourism shuttles, or holiday freight cycles are structured for exactly this, making them more likely to have an active DOL temporary labor certification.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Find commercial driver roles at employers with confirmed sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. Filtering by DOL LCA filing data means you're not cold-applying to carriers who've never navigated the process.
Confirm your endorsements match the job posting
Hazmat, tanker, doubles/triples, and passenger endorsements affect which routes and loads you're legally cleared for. Mismatches between your endorsements and the job description give employers grounds to withdraw sponsorship offers, so align your CDL class before applying.
Understand how DOL wage requirements affect your offer
H-2B and PERM both require employers to pay the prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your CDL class before accepting an offer so you can flag underpayment early.
Prepare your DOT medical certificate before filing begins
USCIS and DOT both require a valid Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration medical certificate for commercial drivers. Getting your DOT physical done early prevents it from becoming a last-minute bottleneck during the employer's I-129 or PERM filing timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What visa types cover commercial driver sponsorship in the U.S.?
H-2B is the most common path for temporary or seasonal CDL roles, covering non-agricultural work up to one year with possible extensions. For permanent positions, employers can sponsor through the EB-3 green card category via PERM labor certification. H-2B has an annual cap of 66,000 slots split across two half-year periods, so timing your application with your employer's filing window matters.
Do commercial driver jobs require a degree for visa sponsorship?
No. Neither H-2B nor the EB-3 skilled or unskilled worker categories require a bachelor's degree. What matters for commercial drivers is your CDL class, endorsements, and years of verifiable driving experience. Employers document these qualifications when filing for a temporary labor certification or PERM, so your logbook records and employer references carry significant weight.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor commercial driver visas?
Browse commercial driver roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified sponsorship filing history so you're not guessing at which carriers have navigated the DOL process before.
Will a foreign commercial license count toward U.S. visa sponsorship?
A foreign commercial license doesn't transfer directly, but it can support your sponsorship case as evidence of experience. You'll still need to pass the CDL knowledge and skills tests in the state where you'll be based. Some states allow foreign license holders to waive portions of the written test. Your employer typically needs your U.S. CDL in hand before the USCIS petition can proceed.
Can a commercial driver switch employers after visa sponsorship begins?
For H-2B, your status is tied to the sponsoring employer, and switching requires the new employer to file a fresh temporary labor certification and I-129 petition. Under an EB-3 green card, once your I-140 is approved and you've waited the required period, AC21 portability rules allow some flexibility to move to a same or similar role without restarting the entire process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Commercial Driver jobs?
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.