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Truck Driver Student

$800 per week

Saia

Job Description Location :1 Dot way Mount Sterling, IL
PAY & SCHEDULES
Get paid $800/week while obtaining your CDL and throughout our driver training program. When you're ready to hit the road on your own, you'll follow our Driver Pay structure below.

Driver Pay After Training
Drivers average $1,300-$2,100 per week , depending on experience, job type, schedule and the work completed.
Average annual earnings:
  • First-year drivers: Up to $95,000 for drivers with fewer than 200,000 verifiable regional/OTR miles
  • Experienced drivers: $104,000+ average
  • Top drivers have the opportunity to earn more
Actual earnings vary based on experience, schedule, route, activity, and business needs.

How Pay Works
DTI uses activity-based pay, which means what you earn is tied to the work you complete throughout your route. Instead of one flat rate, your total pay is made up of different driving and delivery activities.
Depending on your route and job, your pay may include:
  • Mileage pay (CPM): Pay for the miles you drive
  • Stop pay: Pay for qualifying stops on your route
  • Pickup pay: Pay for qualifying product pickups
  • Delivery pay: $0.16 per case plus $0.37 per line item delivered
  • Drop-and-hook pay: Pay for qualifying trailer drop-and-hook activities
  • And more!
The exact mix of paid activities will depend on your route, schedule, location, and business needs.

Schedule Options
We know a driving job has to work for your life off the road too. That's why DTI offers several schedule options with regular home time built in.
  • 4x4: 4 days on, 4 days off (most home time)
  • 6x3: 6 days on, 3 days off
  • Traditional: About 5.5 days on the road each week (highest paying option)
  • Home Daily: Dispatch hours/days off will vary. Averages 1 night per week over the road
All schedule options are designed to get drivers home at least weekly. We work hard to keep schedules as consistent and predictable as possible so you have a better idea of what your time on and off the road will look like. Specific schedules and home time will vary by location and business needs.

JOB TYPE(S) AVAILABLE
Customer Delivery Specialist, No-Touch Freight, Team Driver, Full-Time, Part-Time

WHY STUDENT DRIVERS CHOOSE DTI
  • Free CDL training and $800 per week while you earn your license and complete training
  • A clear path from student driver to professional driver
  • Weekly home time options designed to support your life outside of work
  • Activity-based pay after training, so you're paid for more than just miles
  • Modern, well-maintained trucks supported by in-house teams
  • Support from driver trainers, dispatchers and maintenance teams
  • No-touch freight options may be available depending on role
  • Interactive culture to support drivers and offers an open-door policy
  • North America's largest food industry consolidator

WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a professional DTI Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) driver, you'll safely and efficiently transport product from Dot Foods suppliers to customers and distribution centers.
You'll also:
  • Load and unload dry and temperature-controlled goods when required based on role; no-touch freight roles may be available
  • Read and understand load paperwork, including product and packaging descriptions
  • Manage routes, schedules, and deliveries to meet service expectations
  • Support efficient operations by monitoring fuel usage, idle time, and speed
  • Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements set by the Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and other applicable agencies
  • Represent DTI with professionalism and a safety-first mindset on the road and at customer locations
ROLE SPECIFICS
Every day looks a little different, but you'll have the support of a team that's focused on helping you stay safe and successful on the road.
  • Work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow
  • Drive during daytime, nighttime, weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Spend extended time on the road, including multi-day trips depending on your schedule
  • Interact with customers, suppliers, and distribution center teams during pickups and deliveries
  • Physical activity required for some roles; no-touch freight roles may have reduced physical requirements
  • Lift an average of 14 pounds, up to 60 pounds when needed
  • Combination of sitting, standing, and moving throughout the day
Physical requirements may vary depending on the position. Job Requirements Requirements
  • Must obtain Class A CDL permit prior to first day of employment
  • Ability to pass Class A CDL test within three attempts
  • Ability to obtain HazMat and Tanker endorsements
  • Ability to pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT)
  • Ability to communicate in English as required by FMCSA regulations
  • Commitment to safety and professionalism
Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: DTI believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. DTI will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

dottransportation.com Job Pay $800.00 - $800.00 per week Job General Benefits WHAT DTI CAN OFFER YOU
  • Competitive compensation with incentives and bonus opportunities
  • Benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), and profit-sharing
  • Paid time off and holidays, based on eligibility
  • Career growth opportunities and paid training programs where applicable
  • Support from in-house teams including dispatch and maintenance

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on role, status, and length of employment.
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