Class A CDL Dump Truck Driver

Class A CDL Driver – Lead Commercial Freight Operations for Kaiser's Crop ServiceCompany: Kaiser's Crop ServiceLocation: Wanatah, INJob Type: Full-Time | W-2 EmploymentPay: 70,000–90,000 per year (Production-Based Earnings)Schedule: Local Routes | Home Every Night | Some Weekend Work AvailableThe OpportunityKaiser's Crop Service is looking for dependable Class A CDL Dump Truck Drivers to join our family-owned trucking operation in Wanatah, Indiana. You'll operate manual-transmission semi-trucks pulling 35–40-foot dump trailers, hauling gravel, limestone, rock, and other bulk materials to paving companies and construction sites throughout Northwest Indiana.Enjoy local routes, competitive earning potential, and the opportunity to be home every night. No long-haul assignments or overnight trips.We're a close-knit, family-run business where hard work is recognized, safety matters, and drivers are treated like part of the team.What You'll DoSafely operate Class A semi-trucks with manual transmissions, pulling 35–40-foot dump trailers.Transport gravel, limestone, rock, and other bulk materials to paving companies, road projects, parking lots, and commercial construction sites.Complete local pickups and deliveries, primarily throughout Northwest Indiana, including the Gary and South Bend areas.Operate commercial equipment safely while hauling loads with a gross vehicle weight of up to approximately 80,000 pounds.Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain DOT compliance and vehicle reliability.Communicate with dispatchers, customers, and job-site personnel to coordinate deliveries.Maintain accurate driver logs, delivery documentation, and required inspection records.Occasionally clean dump trailer beds using a shovel when changing materials.Return to the company location at the end of each workday.What We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsValid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).Experience and ability to drive manual-transmission semi-trucks.Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safe commercial driving practices.Ability to safely operate heavy commercial vehicles and trailers.Willingness to perform occasional physical tasks associated with trailer maintenance and cleaning.Dependable attendance, professional communication, and a safety-first mindset.Ability to meet applicable DOT driver qualification and drug-testing requirements.Preferred QualificationsAt least 1 year of professional Class A CDL driving experience.Experience operating semi-trucks with dump trailers or similar heavy hauling equipment.Previous experience hauling aggregates, gravel, limestone, or other bulk materials.Familiarity with quarries, paving operations, and commercial construction sites.Compensation & BenefitsAnnual Earning Potential: 70,000–90,000Our production-based compensation structure rewards drivers for the work they complete.Competitive % of the revenue generated by your truck.Earning potential increases with completed loads and productivity.Weekly pay.Safety bonus opportunities for maintaining a violation-free driving record.Additional year-end bonus opportunity.401(k) retirement savings plan.Medical insurance.Life and disability insurance options.Paid holidays and vacation.One week of vacation after one year of service; two weeks after three years.Additional paid time off according to company policy.Training and employee referral opportunities.Annual earnings depend on workload, completed loads, and individual productivity. The advertised range represents expected earning potential, not guaranteed base compensation.Why Join Kaiser's Crop Service?Home Every Night: Work local routes without long-haul travel or overnight stays.Strong Earning Potential: Earn based on productivity, with opportunities for additional bonuses.Family-Owned Culture: Work with a small, supportive team that knows and values its drivers.Established Local Business: Join a company serving agricultural, paving, and commercial customers throughout the region.Variety in Your Work: Haul materials for road construction, paving projects, and other commercial operations.Ready to Get Behind the Wheel?If you're an experienced Class A CDL driver who is comfortable operating manual-transmission semi-trucks and wants to earn competitive pay while being home with your family every night, we'd like to hear from you.Apply today to join Kaiser's Crop Service in Wanatah, Indiana!Kaiser's Crop Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.