CDL-A Local Driver | $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus

Location: Sterling or Culpeper, VA | Division: Road | Time Type: Full Time

About the role

The Local Truck Driver position based out of Sterling, VA, will handle regional deliveries within a specific area with care, professionalism, and precision. Drivers are home daily.

Benefits

• Starting pay $30.50 – $35.00 per hour (includes shift differential as needed)
• $5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus for eligible new hires (paid per bonus program terms)
• Home every day
• No-touch freight
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible first of month following 30 days of employment)
• Company-paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Generous PTO package – vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 floating holidays, and 6 paid holidays per year
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals

Responsibilities

• Perform local pickup and delivery (P&D) routes within an assigned service area; home daily
• Safely operate a CDL A commercial vehicle while adhering to all DOT and company regulations
• Complete multiple stops per day, including pickups, deliveries, and potential returns
• Provide white glove service, including handling sensitive, high-value, or time-critical freight with care
• Interact professionally with customers, ensuring clear communication and high service standards at all delivery points
• Accurately complete and manage shipping documents, proof of delivery (POD), and electronic logs (ELD)
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance
• Safely back trailers into docks and maneuver in tight or congested delivery locations
• Secure cargo properly to prevent damage during transport
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding route updates, delays, or service issues
• Ensure freight is properly staged, loaded, and unloaded according to customer and operational requirements
• Identify and report mechanical issues or safety concerns immediately
• Maintain compliance with all DOT requirements, including hours of service and drug/alcohol policies
• Support team operations by assisting with loading/unloading or dock coordination when needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support local operations

Qualifications & Experience

• Class A CDL required
• Minimum 2 years of verified experience within the past 4 years (3+ years preferred)
• Minimum 1-year Medical Certificate – must meet ICC requirements per Title 49 CFR Part 391.41
• Hazmat endorsement required
• No positive drug or alcohol test result in the past 5 years
• No accident involving bodily injury within the last 3 years
• No DUI/DWI, Reckless Driving, or Speeding tickets 12 mph or higher in the past 5 years

Physical Demands

• Sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle
• Use hands and fingers to operate steering wheel, controls, GPS, and electronic logging devices
• Frequently enter and exit the cab (4–6 feet) multiple times per shift
• Lift, carry, push, and pull freight ranging from 1–125 pounds (team lift or equipment-assisted when required)
• Lift up to 50 pounds independently
• Frequently reach at or above shoulder height, at waist level, and below waist level
• Bend, twist, squat, kneel, and crouch during loading/unloading and inspections
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor and trailer
• Hook/unhook trailers, operate landing gear, fifth wheel release, and related equipment
• Walk and stand for portions of the shift on surfaces such as concrete, metal, or dock plates, which may be uneven, wet, or slippery
• Operate foot pedals and manual transmission (if applicable)

Work Environment

Work is performed in a combination of environments including inside a truck cab and outdoors at customer locations, terminals, and on public roadways. Regular exposure to varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind) during loading and unloading. Potential exposure to diesel fumes, airborne particles, noise, and vibration. Frequent work in busy warehouse yards, loading docks, and urban delivery environments with tight spaces, traffic congestion, and time-sensitive schedules. Noise levels range from moderate inside the cab to loud at customer sites and industrial locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay

Expected base pay range: $30.50 – $35.00 per hour (includes weekend shift differential). Actual compensation determined by job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Eligible drivers can earn a $5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus based on continued employment and bonus program terms.

Schedule

Full-time, local routes with daily home time.