CDL A Local Driver

Dayton Freight Lines; Central Frontenac; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing and friendly company as a P&D Driver, where you will be responsible for the safe transportation of freight. This role offers a positive work environment with new equipment and a focus on work-life balance. You will engage with customers, operate forklifts, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company matching. If you are passionate about driving and looking for a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Work-life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and personal days

401(k) plan with company match

New Equipment

Clean facilities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old with 18 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card required.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load, and unload freight safely and efficiently.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Education

Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement

Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Pay is $34.40 per hour

• Overtime after 40 hours
• Work-life balance
• Growing company
• Friendly & Positive culture
• New Equipment & Clean facilities
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company match

Responsibilities

P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.

• Perform pre and post trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
• Properly document all freight control processes
• Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
• Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
• Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
• Interact and converse with external/internal customers
• Safely operate a forklift to unload/load products when indicated and needed
• Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
• Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
• Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age
• At least 18 months of commercial driving experience
• Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement
• Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
• No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in the past 3 years
• Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company match