Truck Driver Student

Job Description Location : University Park, IL

Student Pay : Earn $800 per week while obtaining your CDL! Plus bonus and incentive opportunities; help covering tuition

Driver Pay : Starting pay up to $71K depending on experience and job type

Program Details :

Age Requirement : Must be 18 years or older. Must have Class A CDL Permit at time of application.

You love the open road. You'd rather see spectacular sunrises through your windshield than work in an office. If that sounds like you, join Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) to get behind the wheel.

You'll make money as you train to get your Class A CDL license at an approved driving school or one of our in-house programs. Plus, we'll cover your tuition. Once you have your CDL license and complete our training, you'll be a best-in-class truck driver on the DTI team.

WHAT DTI DRIVERS DO
Safely and efficiently operate DTI equipment to transport product
Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements set by the Department of
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and any other
governing body
For all jobs except no-touch freight, load and unload dry and temperature-controlled goods
Meet established company goals, including managing MPG, fuel purchases, idle time, and speed
Read and understand DTI load paperwork and product and packaging descriptions
Identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position

ROLE SPECIFICS
We offer a 4x4 schedule with guaranteed days off and a traditional schedule to meet you and your family's needs (Learn more)
DTI drivers work in all conditions and on weekdays, weekends, days, and nights
Regular physical activity required for all jobs except no-touch freight; must be able to safely lift on average 14 pounds and at the most around 60 pounds
Includes sitting, walking, or standing during work hours

WHO WE ARE
Dot Foods, a pioneer in the food industry supply chain, created Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) in 1991 to transport product. Our fleet has since grown to over 1,500 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. As we've grown, we haven't lost sight of caring for our best-in-class drivers. We've had zero layoffs in our company's history and continue to make our benefits more competitive. Job Requirements YOU MUST HAVE
Class A CDL permit (must be obtained before start date)
Ability to pass Class A CDL test within three attempts
Ability to obtain Haz-Mat and tanker endorsements (can be obtained during training)
Ability to pass our physical ability test (PAT)
Ability to read, speak, and comprehend the English language
Safety-first mindset

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
High school diploma or GED Job Pay $800.00 - $1,365.00 per week Job General Benefits WHAT DTI CAN OFFER YOU
As a family-owned and -operated company, DTI has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including performance incentives and bonus opportunities
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, profit-sharing, PTO, and holiday pay
• Advancement opportunities