Line Haul Driver

Job Description

Ready To Go Further?


Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one - from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity - from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary


Operates various tractor trailer combinations over long distances to deliver freight in a safe, claims-free, and cost-efficient manner.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities


Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight between company terminals, customer facilities, or meeting points.


Travels regionally and cross-regionally while pulling single, double, or triple trailers.


Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.


Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.


Hooks, unhooks, and assesses equipment in compliance with Department of Transportation guidelines.


Retains and maintains records, logs, forms, and load-related paperwork.

Pay Rate: $0.767- $0.855per mile, based on experience

Pay Range: 0.77-0.86 per_mile, General Benefits: Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision
Dental Insurance
Free Life Insurance
Free Short-term Disability
401(k) with immediate vesting & company match
Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay
Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days
Employee Stock Purchase plan Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications


Class A commercial driver's license.


Safe motor vehicle report and applicable endorsements, including hazmat, tankers, doubles, and triples.


1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience.


Willingness to work long hauls and overnight hours.


Prior experience hooking and unhooking trailers, handling dollies, and making and breaking trailer sets.

Benefits


At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Make Your Move


At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.

So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.


Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.