CDL A Driver - Car Hauler
Naperville, IL, United States
- Transport & Distribution
- Full-time
- CDL A driver
- car hauler
- vehicle transport
The CDL A Driver - Car Hauler position at CarMax involves safely transporting vehicles between locations using a commercial vehicle while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations. Drivers are responsible for loading, securing, inspecting vehicles, and ensuring timely deliveries to support inventory and customer satisfaction. The role requires a Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and offers competitive pay and benefits including paid time off and medical coverage.
CarMax, the way your career should be!
CarMax is now hiring Fleet Drivers! Start loving what you do at CarMax
Delivering satisfaction, every day
At CarMax, we’re not just moving vehicles—we’re moving an industry forward. As a Fleet Driver, you’ll play a key role in transporting our vehicle inventory across our logistics network while representing a company known for integrity and safety. We value our drivers and provide consistent schedules, competitive pay, and routes designed to get you home daily.
You will also enjoy a generous range of company benefits including:
- Paid time off
- Medical / dental coverage
- 401k with company match
- Vehicle discount
- and more!
What you will do – Essential responsibilities
- Safely load, secure, transport, and offload CarMax vehicles between stores, auctions, vendors, and logistics hubs using a company-assigned car hauler.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of vehicles to support inventory movement and customer satisfaction
- Operate equipment with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and cleanliness, maintaining a well-kept truck and trailer.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment in accordance with DOT and CarMax standards
- Maintain accurate and compliant DOT logs and documentation
- Represent CarMax professionally with vendors, store associates, and the general public
Be part of the team that’s driving up standards
At CarMax, Fleet Drivers are trusted professionals who keep our operations moving smoothly and safely. You’ll play a vital role in our logistics network, helping ensure the right vehicles are where they need to be—on time and ready for our customers. This is more than a driving job; it's an opportunity to represent a brand built on trust, teamwork, and doing the right thing, every time.
Qualifications and requirements
- Valid state-issued commercial driver’s license Class A (CDL) Required.
- 2+ years Class A CDL Driving experience required. Military (Heavy/Medium Tactical Vehicle) driving experience will be considered.
- In lieu of having Class A CDL Driving experience, current CarMax Associates are eligible to apply when they have met the following criteria:
- A valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- 2+ years of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driving experience at CarMax – non-Class A CMV experience is acceptable
- No preventable safety incidents in the past 2 years (validated by the Safety & Compliance Team)
- Clean driving record with no serious violations in the past three years; candidates must meet CarMax’s Driver Safety Evaluation criteria.
- Ability to meet DOT & FMCSA qualification requirements.
- Lift heavy objects and winch transported vehicles during the loading process.
- Proficiency in operating a 10-speed transmission.
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Good communication skills.
The hourly rate for this position is:
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.
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