Team, Driver, Regional

Summary

The CDL A Driver is responsible for executing same-day pickup and delivery (P&D) operations within a defined geographic area, ensuring safe, timely, and accurate transportation of freight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more.
• Backs trailers to customer dock.
• Maintains compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior.
• Communicates with customer representatives in pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner.
• Communicates and coordinates with dispatchers.
• Complies with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing).
• Secures cargo and properly arranges and balances it within the vehicle.
• Ensures that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving.
• Swings and secures trailer doors.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid CDL A License required
• Minimum 2 years of CDL A driving experience within the last 4 years (3+ years preferred)
• Minimum 1yr Medical Certificate - Minimum ICC requirements related to physical qualifications as set forth under Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 391.41, Physical Qualifications of Drivers.
• Must meet DOT qualification requirements (FMCSR 391.41)
• No positive drug or alcohol test results in the past five (5) yrs.
• No accident involving bodily injury within the last three (3) yrs.
• No DUI/DWI, Reckless Driving or Speeding Tickets 12mph or higher in the past (5) yrs
• Experience in local P&D operations, multi-stop routing, and urban driving environments preferred
• Strong understanding of load securement and freight handling
• Able to navigate efficiently using GPS and route planning tools
• Demonstrated customer service skills and professionalism in customer-facing environments
• Experience handling high-value or sensitive freight preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Hazmat endorsement required

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

• Combination of environments including inside a truck cab and outdoors at customer locations, terminals, and on public roadways
• Regular exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind during loading and unloading activities
• Exposure to diesel fumes, airborne particles, noise, and vibration associated with operating commercial vehicles
• Busy warehouse yards, loading docks, and urban delivery environments, which may include tight spaces, traffic congestion, and time-sensitive delivery schedules
• Noisy environments with noise levels ranging from moderate inside the cab to loud at customer sites and industrial locations

Benefits

• Team start at $ .90 CPM based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match
• Generous PTO package – including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 and 6 paid holidays a year
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals