Over the Road Driver

About the role

Drive tractor-trailer combination on 1,800–4,000 miles per week trips to transport and deliver company products to designated customer locations. Pick up manufacturing supplies from company vendors. Utilizing the fleet to the maximum potential, the expectation is that our full‑time over‑the‑road drivers work a full week, which may consist of multiple runs per week, including additional regional runs upon return from the initial run if necessary. At Sargento, you work for a family‑owned cheese leader with over 2,400 employees and nearly $1.8 billion in net sales, known for product quality, innovation, and a culture that treats employees like family.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle safety conditions before and after trips and report any malfunctions or conditions requiring mechanical attention or repair.
• Drive tractor‑trailer combination units on long‑distance hauls (1,800‑4,000 miles per week) to transport and deliver company products to designated customer locations.
• Pick up manufacturing supplies from company vendors.
• Maintain schedules, mileage logs, and obtain necessary signatures on Bills of Lading or for materials picked up.
• Enter trip information and messages into the on‑board computer for e‑logging and dispatch purposes.
• Obtain necessary outside services on runs (diesel fuel, lubrication, batteries, tires, lights, brakes) and communicate with the company on any major mechanical problems or emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/HSED required (or minimally enrolled with anticipated completion in 12 months or less).
• Comprehensive knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• 2 years or 100,000 miles of driving experience required.
• Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Over‑the‑road driving experience and knowledge of refrigerated units preferred.

Skills

• Ability to maintain control of the truck during runs, backing up, turning tight corners, and negotiating narrow passageways or thoroughfares.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus paid on hub miles.
• Home weekly.
• Eligible for quarterly safety bonus, annual bonus potential, and profit‑sharing potential.
• Potential for up to 3 weeks of PTO.
• 10 paid floating holidays per calendar year.
• Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% of the nation.
• Comprehensive medical including fertility, adoption, dental, and vision insurance.
• Onsite health & wellness center.
• Tuition assistance.
• Access to employee store.

Schedule

Home weekly – drivers are expected to be home each week while working full‑time over‑the‑road schedules that may include multiple runs per week.