CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

Schneider Careers; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for drivers. This role involves hauling freight containers with a focus on efficiency and minimal waiting time. With a competitive pay structure that includes mileage and load pay, plus a generous sign-on bonus, this position is ideal for those with a valid Class A CDL. Enjoy additional benefits like paid time off, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Be part of a team that prioritizes driver comfort and operational support, ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid orientation

Paid time off after 6 months

6 days of holiday pay per year

Annual bonus up to 3% of gross pay

Credit for Military Experience

Leading equipment and technology specs

Constant operational and maintenance support

New equipment with automated transmissions

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required with 3 months of driving experience.
• Tanker endorsement preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Haul freight containers with minimal touch freight.
• Drive in and out of railyards within New York.

Skills

CDL Experience

Driving Skills

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Experience : 3 months or greater CDL experience

Overview

• Haul freight containers secured to company-owned chassis.
• 90% no-touch freight that is 70% drop-and-hook.
• Drive in and out of railyards within New York but no New York City.

Pay and bonus potential

• Mileage pay and load pay, plus hourly pay while on duty, not driving.
• 5,000 sign-on bonus in 12 monthly payments for experienced drivers.
• Paid orientation.
• Paid time off after 6 months, plus 6 days of holiday pay per year.
• Annual bonus : Earn up to 3% of annual gross pay each year.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Tanker endorsement is strongly preferred.
• Live within 100 miles of Syracuse, NY.
• Minimum 3 months of Class A driving experience.

Need one or more of your endorsements, or unsure if you qualify? Call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through it.

Additional benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more military benefits.
• Leading equipment and technology specs designed for driver comfort.
• See full list of driver benefit package.

More reasons to choose Schneider Intermodal driving

• New equipment – Day cabs and sleeper trucks come with automated transmissions and average 3 years of age.
• Constant support – Leaders and dispatch provide 24 / 7 / 365 operational and maintenance support.
• More drop-and-hook freight – Spend more time moving and less time waiting at loading docks.

Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and / or Human Resources Leave Administration.

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