OTR Driver

Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full‑service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh 48‑state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100 trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler and air‑conditioned storage, distribution and cross‑docking services. We operate refrigerated and non‑refrigerated warehouses for storage needs but also provide Value Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting and fulfillment. We work with household names that your family puts on the dinner table every night. This is an important job that makes a difference in your community and is a first step in launching a career with a family‑run company that cares about you, your family and your success. We encourage our employees to learn and grow with us, while enjoying the friendly culture and great benefits that come with the MRS experience. Values Modesty Integrity Dependability Work Ethic Efficiency Safety Trust General Position Overview This position must possess and maintain a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License for at least 2 years. The candidate must qualify by meeting the requirements of a Federal Medical Card and the Fit for Duty Standard. He/She must be able to operate all facets of tractor/trailer combination equipment in a satisfactory and safe manner and possess strong communication abilities to interface with customers and the public, representing the company in a positive and professional manner. Compensation Average Annual Earnings: $75,000 – $100,000+ Activity Based Pay – miles, stop, pick up and detention Mileage Bands 0–150 miles = $0.75/mile 151–300 miles = $0.70/mile 301–500 miles = $0.65/mile 501–750 miles = $0.60/mile 750+ miles = $0.55/mile $28.00 Drop and pick up pay – all drops that are live load/unload Detention = $23.00 per hour (after 2 hours, in 30‑minute increments) Layover pay = $240.00 per day starting on third day MRS offers Over‑the‑Road Driver Retention up to $5,000 Safety Bonus – annually and quarterly Referral bonus – up to $1,500 per referral Paid via direct deposit bi‑weekly Home Time, Route & Schedule Home Time: Home weekly for Wisconsin residents Schedule: 5½ days out and home 1½ days per week Route: Multiple‑stop consolidation over‑the‑road fleet running from one of our consolidation locations in the Milwaukee area to deliver to 48 states Generally, our loads are 1–7 drops taking 1–2 days to deliver, and drivers get a backhaul then return back weekly to the Milwaukee terminal NO Touch Freight: Drop and hook or live unloads using lumpers Benefits and Perks Medical, dental, vision, flex spending account, and dependent care Additional benefits after 60 days of hire Critical Illness, Identity Theft, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, company‑paid life insurance, company‑paid short‑term disability, company‑paid long‑term disability, and 401(k) plan with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Holiday Pay with 2 floating holidays Referral Bonuses Access to the EAP program Employee flexibility to choose coverage that meets their needs General Accountabilities Complete daily logbooks & vehicle inspection reports Complete customer & task‑specific trip reports Hook and unhook various tractor‑trailer combinations, lower/raise landing gear, and open/close cargo doors Observe and abide by all company policies in the Company Handbook/Driver Safety Manual Operate within the guidelines of all state and federal DOT regulations Accurately and legibly complete all required paperwork associated with the delivery of freight Maintain a daily record of duty status in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements Skills Required Ability to repeatedly bend at the waist/neck, twist, and rotate hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows, and forearms Ability to appraise, evaluate, and adequately respond to environmental strain and emotional stress Ability to withstand abrupt hour changes, irregular work and rest cycles, noise, vibration, temperature extremes, irregular meals, and delays Availability for flexible start/finish times to accommodate customer requests Capability to climb in and out of tractor and trailer Prerequisites Possess and maintain a valid Class "A" CDL for at least 2 years Possess satisfactory, verifiable experience and/or appropriate training in Interstate Commercial Class "A" Vehicle Operation and freight transportation Meet the requirement of a Federal Medical Card and the Fit for Duty Standard Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr