CDL-A Line Haul Driver

Ross-Express; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Yearly Safety Bonus

Christmas Bonus

Thanksgiving Turkey

Home Daily

Weekends and Holidays Off

Pay Increase after 90 days

Job summary

Ross Express is seeking a CDL-A Line Haul Driver in West Springfield, MA to transport freight between terminal locations during overnight hours. You will be home daily, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include safe operation of CMVs, accurate record keeping, DOT compliance, and vehicle inspections. A clean driving record, required DOT physical, and a negative pre-employment drug screen are mandatory, with hazmat endorsement preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of commercial vehicle driving experience is required.
• DOT physical examination is required.
• Pre-employment drug screen with negative result is required.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of commercial vehicles during overnight hours.
• Transport freight between Ross Express terminal locations.
• Maintain driver logs and perform vehicle inspections.
• Follow all federal requirements for hazardous materials when applicable.
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness and proper maintenance.

Skills

1 year driving experience

Job description

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Full Time West Springfield, MA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1164

Salary Range: $29.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Company Overview:

At Ross Express,we take pride in being New England’s premier less-than-truckload (LTL) provider. Our commitment to reliability and exceptional service sets us apart in the industry. Not only do we deliver the highest standard of service to our customers, but we also prioritize the personal growth and development of our staff.

Join our team and be part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement. Together, we’ll continue to redefine what it means to provide exceptional transportation services.

Position Summary:

As a CDL-A Line Haul Driver, you will transport freight between Ross Express terminals during overnight hours. You will be home daily, as well as on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Safe Operation of Commercial Vehicles: Drive commercial vehicles during overnight hours safely and responsibly, adhering to traffic laws, company policies, and safety guidelines.
• Safe & Efficient Transportation of Freight: Safely and efficiently transport freight between Ross Express terminal locations.
• Record Keeping and Compliance: Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including driver logs and vehicle inspection reports.
• Hazardous Materials Handling: Follow all Federal requirements regarding the transportation of hazardous materials:
• Equipment Maintenance and Inspection:
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
  • Report any mechanical issues promptly.
  • Keep the vehicle clean and well-maintained.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1 year of commercial vehicle driving experience is required.
• Clean Driving Record :
  • No record of a driver\'s license suspension or revocation for more than 30 days covering the 36-month period prior to the order date of the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). A suspension for failure to pay and/or failure to appear will be considered provided there was no conviction for driving while suspended during this period.
  • No record of citation or conviction for any serious traffic violation during the 60-month period prior to the order date of the MVR.
  • No past pattern or record of citations or convictions for more than three motor vehicle violations during the 36-month period prior to the order date of the MVR.
  • No past pattern or record of involvement in more than one at-fault traffic accident and no more than two motor vehicle violations during the 36-month period prior to the order date of the MVR.
• Physical Examination: Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen: Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen and the result must be negative.
• Previous Employer Controlled Substance & Alcohol Check: Ross Express must receive a negative controlled substance and alcohol result from prior employer(s) for the past three-year period.
• Work History Check: Must consent to a ten-year check on work history. Any gap of 30 days or more must be explained.
• Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement: Preferred but not mandatory. Must obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Driving Test:Must pass a driving test administered by Ross Express.
• Health / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Matching
• Yearly Safety Bonus
• Christmas Bonus
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Home Daily
• Weekends and Holidays Off
• Eligible for a Pay Increase After 90 days.