CDL A Local Truck Driver in Chicago Heights, IL

Omaha Track is hiring a CDL A Local Truck Driver in Chicago Heights, IL.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.

The local Driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport intermodal containers between company and customer facilities, rail yards, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner. Driver may also be responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport loads utilizing flatbed and end dump trailers between company and customer facilities and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner.

Must have 2 years’ experience operating a Manual Transmission on a Commerical Vehicle over 25,000 pounds with a transmission type of 10 or more speeds.

Compensation

Weekly Guaranteed Pay: $1,500

Extra $50 load pay for each load done on Saturday or Sunday

Must be available one Saturday a month

Potential Quarterly Bonus

Paid via direct deposit weekly

Benefits & Perks

Great company benefits starting the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability

Healthcare Savings account (HSA)

401K with tiered company match offerings

Paid Time Off + Paid Vacation

Based on start date

Tuition reimbursement

Paid orientation & safety training

Perks: Wellness programs, annual company clothing store allowance, annual steel-toed boot reimbursement up to $100, Parental Leave, Company match on charitable donations, cell phone allowance, etc.

No Slip Seating

Home Time, Route & Schedule

Home Daily!

5-day work week with one Saturday a month

Day/afternoon shift with an average of 10-12 hour shift

Level of Touch: Load and Unload / Secure and Unsecure Load

Equipment

Late Model Conventional Tractor Fleet

Intermodal, flatbed and end-dump

Mix of Automatic and Manual Transmission

Outward Facing Cameras

Major Areas of Responsibility

Operate a tractor-trailer combination safely and efficiently to transport assigned loads

Ensure all loaded materials are safely secured prior to and throughout transport

Inspect company vehicles/trailers and report necessary maintenance in accordance with policies and procedures

Check-in with the Transportation department daily for assignments and updates

Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment

Accurately complete and maintain a drivers log in accordance with requirements

Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures

Report all job site incidents and injuries to Transportation Manager immediately

Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age

Must have CDL A license with no restrictions
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Must have a minimum of 2 years verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience with a clean driving record within last 24 month

Must have 2 years’ experience operating a Manual Transmission on a Commerical Vehicle over 25,000 pounds with a transmission type of 10 or more speeds.

Intermodal, flatbed and end-dump experience preferred

Tractor-trailer experience in all 4 seasons required

0 DUI/DWIs in last year

No endorsements required

Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting/carrying (up to 100lbs),sitting, kneeling, climbing, standing, walking, bending, squatting, pulling, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders

Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations

Must be able to pass a required pre-employment drug screen

Hiring Radius: Drivers must live within 50 miles ofChicago Heights, IL or be willing to relocate