CDL A Truck Driver with HAZMAT

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$29 $32/hour based on experience
Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (with overtime opportunities as needed)
Home every night no overnight travel

At Thompson & Johnson Equipment, our drivers play a critical role in delivering equipment safely and professionally to our customers.

Were looking for a CDL A Truck Driver to join our Syracuse team and support deliveries across the region. This is a local driving position, giving you consistent hours and the ability to be home every night.

What Youll Do

• Load, secure, and transport equipment to and from customer job sites
• Operate trucks and trailers safely while complying with all DOT regulations
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections (fuel, brakes, lights, tires, etc.)
• Deliver equipment to customers and assist with unloading and placement
• Provide basic instruction on safe equipment operation when needed
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams
• Complete delivery paperwork, logs, and inspection reports
• Maintain a clean and well-functioning truck and equipment

What Makes This Role Different

• Home every night no overnight travel
• Consistent weekday schedule (MondayFriday)
• Local routes stay within the Upstate NY region
• Hands-on role not just driving, but interacting with customers and equipment
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing company

What You Bring

• Valid CDL A license with HAZMAT endorsement
• Clean driving record acceptable to company and insurance carrier
• Ability to safely operate trucks, trailers, and material handling equipment
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to complete required paperwork and logs accurately
• High school diploma or equivalent

What We Offer

Benefits that actually make a difference:

• Medical insurance as low as $5/week + FREE vision
• Dental, life, and supplemental coverage such as LTD, STD, and specified disease (cancer, heart, kidney) insurance
• 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 5%)
• Generous PTO + holidays

Additional perks:

• $500 annual tool allowance
• $600 annual well-being reimbursement
• $200 annual gym membership
• $100 annual boot allowance
• $100 annual company clothing allowance

Why Thompson & Johnson?

Were a third-generation, family-owned company serving Upstate NY with a reputation for taking care of both our customers and our employees.

• Average employee tenure: 10+ years
• Best Places to Work (8 years running)
• A culture built on teamwork, respect, and doing things the right way

This is a place where employees build long-term careersnot just punch a clock.

Work Environment

This is a physical role requiring lifting, securing loads, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. xhqgsiq

Prerequisites

• Profile assessment
• DOT physical (required for CDL drivers)
• DOT drug screening (in accordance with federal regulations)

Apply Today

If youre a safety-focused driver who wants consistent hours, great pay, and to be home every nightwed love to talk.