Local City Driver

Job Description

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one -from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity -from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Drives freight between company terminals and customer facilities or work sites within a defined geographic area. Ensures freight is delivered in a claims-free and cost-efficient manner.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.

• Sorts, handles, loads, and unloads freight at various company and customer locations.

• Plans routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

• Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.

• Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.

• Retains and maintains records, forms, and load-related paperwork.

• Serves as the first point-of-contact for delivery-related issues.

Pay Rate: $33.75- $38.50 per hour, based on experience Pay Range: 33.75-38.50 per_hour, General Benefits: Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision

Dental Insurance

Free Life Insurance

Free Short-term Disability

401(k) with immediate vesting & company match

Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and hold a valid Class A driver's license with hazmat, tankers and twin trailer endorsements (X or H, N and T)

• Must have a minimum of 1 year of verifiable tractor trailer driving experience

• Must be able to read, write and speak in English

• No DUI, DWI or license suspension for moving violations in any vehicle within three (3) years of the date of application

• No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within a six (6) month period immediately preceding the date of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift and pallet jack.

• Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.

So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.