Job Description:
Class A CDL Truck Driver Job
Summary
We are seeking a dependable and organized Class A truck driver who possesses a great deal of
physical and mental stamina who thrives working long hours on the road and can consistently
ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving
record.
Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
- Home daily or weekly opportunities. Local CDL Class A position is within 172
miles.
- Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
- Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000-40,000+ lbs.
- Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
- Transport goods, livestock, etc. from the place of origin to assigned destination
- Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner
- Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or
damage
- Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
- Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with
clients
- Assist in mapping delivery routes
- Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
- Communicate with dispatch as needed
- Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
- Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
- Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
- Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
- Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs,
etc.)
Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
- Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
- Certify Logs
- Track and report working hours
- Adhere to company rules and regulations
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
- Comply with ICC and DOT, FMCSA regulations
- Make safety a priority at all times
Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Valid Class A driver’s license required
- 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred
- Clean driving record with no moving violations
- Must pass a background check and drug test
- Skilled at driving large vehicles
- Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
- Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
- Physically and mentally fit
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time
- Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
- Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
- An innate sense of direction
- Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
- High level of composure and good stress management
Job Requirements:
Requirements
1 Year minimum tractor trailer operations
2. HAZMAT Endorsement or willingness to obtain within 90 days of employment.
3. Tanker Endorsement or willingness to obtain within 90 days of employment.
4. Ability to work flexible hours ranging from 6am to 6pm.
5. Six months of Port Experience
6. TWIC Card
7. Must be able to pass drug screen and 7 Year background check.
8. Heavy Haul and Flatbed experience a plus but not required.
General Description of Benefits: 401K eligible after 6 months
Health Benefits the 1st of the month after 60 days employment
Vacation accrual 1st year per policy, front loaded starting 2027
Payday on every Friday
8 paid holidays per year.
