Commercial Driver's License A Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $0.55 - $0.60 per mile

Job description:

Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) A Truck Driver and take the wheel in delivering essential freight across diverse routes! This energetic role offers the opportunity to operate a variety of specialized trucks, including refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, and dump trucks. As a key player in our logistics network, you’ll ensure timely, safe, and efficient deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the freedom of route driving, this position is your chance to accelerate your driving career with a reputable organization dedicated to safety and excellence.

Duties

• Safely operate tractor-trailers with manual transmissions across designated routes, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Load and unload freight using forklifts or other equipment when necessary, ensuring cargo integrity and proper handling.
• Drive various types of trucks including refrigerated trailers for perishable goods, flatbeds for oversized loads, tankers for liquids, and roll-off trucks for waste or scrap materials.
• Manage route driving efficiently by planning optimal paths to meet delivery schedules while minimizing delays.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety, including checking brakes, tires, lights, and load securement.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers to coordinate deliveries, provide updates, and resolve any issues promptly.
• Assist with load & unload operations as needed to ensure cargo is handled safely and efficiently.
• Follow all safety protocols related to operating refrigerated trailers or specialized equipment such as dump trucks or tanker trucks.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A license with a clean driving record; experience operating manual transmission preferred.
• Proven truck driving experience with a focus on freight delivery; familiarity with route driving is highly desirable.
• Experience handling various truck types including refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, dump trucks, or roll-off trucks is a plus.
• Ability to load & unload freight safely using forklifts or manual methods; forklift certification is advantageous.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to commercial driving and cargo securement standards.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating deliveries and maintaining professional customer interactions.
• Physical ability to perform load & unload tasks and conduct vehicle inspections regularly.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules or route adjustments; commitment to punctuality and safety excellence. Embark on a rewarding career where your driving skills make a difference every day! We are committed to supporting your growth through comprehensive training opportunities and a positive work environment that values safety, professionalism, and teamwork.

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person