Entry Level Cdl Driver Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

The specific pay rate and level will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience and location.
A Day in the Life of a CDL Driver
As a CDL Driver, start your day with purpose and end it knowing you helped build something that matters. You'll be behind the wheel of our 3+ ton truck, transporting oversized and overweight loads with safety, efficiency, and a customer-first mindset. You'll interact with customers regularly, becoming a trusted face they rely on. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety ensures every unit is delivered in top condition. But this isn't your average driving job-no two days are the same! Some days you'll be on the road, others you'll be outside the truck handling set-ups, teardowns, or installing value-added features. It's a physical, hands-on role that's perfect if you enjoy variety and have a knack for tools, construction, or problem-solving.
McGrath delivers modular solutions that help businesses, schools, and communities solve tough space and infrastructure challenges with speed and confidence. Through flexible, ready-to-deploy buildings, storage, and specialized equipment, we enable our customers to operate smarter, scale faster, and achieve lasting results.
As a dedicated company CDL Driver, you'll transport modular units using safe, reliable, well-maintained equipment-then play a hands-on role in bringing those spaces to life. Our CDL Drivers deliver and set up structures communities depend on every day. From classrooms and healthcare facilities to construction, job sites and more. Apply today and join us in delivering and creating spaces that serve communities.
And the best part? You'll enjoy steady, year-round work from Monday through Friday-Day Shift! If you take pride in your work, enjoy being on the move, and love delivering great service, this is the role for you!
Why CDL A Drivers Choose McGrath
BONUSES + PAY + BENEFITS

• $1,000 transition bonus (1st paycheck)
• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $1,000 quarterly bonuses
• DailyPay - access your earnings anytime
• Referral Rewards
• Reliable Schedule with Balanced Home Time - Local routes with a consistent Monday-Friday, day shift schedule
• Consistent, year-round work - So you can plan your life outside of work
• DailyPay = Your Pay, Your Timing - Access earnings whenever you need them
• Paid Time Off You Can Actually Use
  • Company-paid holidays + additional half days
  • Vacation + sick time
  • Floating holiday for personal flexibility
• Full Benefits Coverage
  • Medical, dental, vision options
  • 24/7 virtual care + nurse line
  • HSA/FSA options
  • Short + long term disability options
  • Employee Assistance Program
• Strong Financial Future
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
• Driver-Focused Support
  • Safety-first culture + recognition programs
  • Boot program to keep you job-ready

Whether you're focused on growing your career or seeking a dependable, steady environment, apply today and join a team that truly values your contribution.
What You'll Do

• Drive with purpose and precision, operating company vehicles safely and responsibly while following all DOT and oversize load regulations.
• Deliver impact daily by transporting portable containers, offices, and modular buildings on time and with care.
• Secure every load with confidence, ensuring all straps and protective coverings are properly in place for safe transit.
• Own your equipment by performing pre- and post-trip inspections, reporting mileage, and keeping your vehicle in top condition.
• Stay connected and informed, maintaining clear communication with dispatch and operations to ensure smooth, efficient deliveries.
• Be the face of our service, providing professional, courteous customer support at every drop-off and pick-up location.
• Build and break down with skill, setting, leveling, and dismantling modular buildings using piers, pads, blocks, and anchors.
• Keep safety first, coordinating vehicle maintenance and conducting spot checks to identify and address potential hazards.
• Step up when needed, performing minor roadside repairs like tire changes and axle fixes to keep things moving.
• Wrap up strong, completing end-of-day clean-up and equipment servicing to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
• Use your tech savvy, leveraging basic computer skills to manage logs, checklists, and customer sign-offs.
• Adapt and contribute, taking on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and get the job done.
• Safely operate equipment and complaint transport set-ups, including use of a ball hitch to connect the trailer to the truck.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring (Must Haves)

• A valid CDL A license
• At least 1 year of recent, verifiable Class A CDL driving experience
• Confidence using winches, straps, and tie-downs to secure heavy loads
• Readiness and physical ability to perform labor-intensive tasks, including assisting with the setup, maintenance, and teardown of modular buildings when not driving
• Physical strength to lift up to 50lbs to shoulder height
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• A Real ID for compliance and travel readiness

Nice to Haves

• Proven experience with oversize load hauling, strongly desired!
• Hands-on experience transporting containers and/or modular buildings is a plus!
• Familiarity with Landoll or Low-boy trailers, preferred

Special Considerations: Certain roles may require a clean-shaven face to ensure proper use of safety equipment. Candidates must be prepared to adhere to grooming standards specific to each site.
Flexibility & Evolving Responsibilities
This job posting is intended to convey the general nature and level of work expected in the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and team members may be asked to take on additional tasks or adjust their focus in response to changing business needs-sometimes with or without prior notice. This flexibility is a valued part of our culture and supports our commitment to collaboration, agility, and shared success.
Drug Testing Requirements for Safety-Sensitive Positions
McGrath will continue pre-employment drug testing including marijuana, even in states where it is legal, for this position which is classified as safety-sensitive within our construction operations and Drivers. Ensuring a drug-free environment is not only essential for the well-being of our team members but also aligns with regulatory requirements that govern safety-sensitive positions and commercial driving.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Hiring Requirements
Pre-employment screenings are conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended, in accordance with fair hiring laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, on the basis of disability and any other legally protected status. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. At this time, we do not sponsor employment visas or provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
AI Use in Our Interview Process
You are welcome to use AI tools to prepare in advance for our interview process. During interviews, however, candidates should respond based on their own knowledge, experience, and perspective without real-time assistance from AI or another person. This helps us have an authentic conversation and evaluate candidates consistently. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please let us know.
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Monday-Friday Day Shift