CDL A Driver

About the role

The OTR Day Cab Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of freight between Maersk terminals. The driver operates a day cab tractor, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations, company safety standards, and Maersk service expectations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a day cab tractor to transport freight safely and efficiently over assigned routes.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and en-route vehicle inspections and accurately complete required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety policies.
• Verify trailer, container, seal, and load information before movement.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, operations teams, customers, and terminal personnel regarding load status and potential delays.
• Maintain electronic logs and transportation records as required.
• Report equipment defects, accidents, incidents, and safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance of assigned equipment.
• Follow all yard, terminal, customer, and facility operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A).
• Current DOT Medical Card.
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable CDL driving experience (preferred).
• Clean driving record with acceptable MVR.
• Ability to pass DOT drug screening and background checks.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Ability to operate electronic logging devices (ELDs) and transportation management systems.

Pay

The anticipated starting pay rate is $28.50 per hour. The company may adjust this range based on prevailing market conditions, location, and other factors, and will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Schedule

Shifts are Monday‑Friday with a 4 am start and Monday‑Friday with an 11 pm start.