CDL A Local Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc. DBA CCFS; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan*

Uniform Incentive*

Paid Holidays (after 30 days)

Paid Personal Time-Off * Regular part‑

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a Class A local driver to operate company vehicles, delivering freight to customer locations and terminals with a focus on safety and on-time service.

The role requires a CDL A, at least 21 years old, and 1 year of commercial driving experience. Endorsements for HazMat and Tanker are preferred or candidates willing to obtain them, with renewals reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and at least 21 years old.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain; renewals reimbursable.
• Clean driving record: no DUI/DWI in past 3 years; no more than 3 traffic violations in past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Delivers and/or picks up freight to/from customer locations or a terminal as directed by dispatch or supervisor.
• Ensures shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and paperwork accompanies shipment to delivery point.
• Loads and/or unloads freight to/from vehicle at customer sites or terminal, with or without mechanical assistance.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

1 year commercial driving experience

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Job description

Job Title: CDL A Local Driver Department: Hays KS Job Status: Non-Exempt Compensation: Direct Reports: No

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is in search of Class A drivers with a passion for customer service and a safety-first mindset to join our dynamic team. The CDL A position is a Route Delivery Driver position in which you will operate a Company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. This position unloads, sorts, palletizes, and reloads a wide variety of freight, manually or with the aid of a mechanical device. Completes all paperwork required by government regulations and Company procedures/policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Delivers and/or picks up freight to/from customer locations and/or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor
• Ensures all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point
• Loads and/or unloads a wide variety of freight onto and off a company motor vehicle, at customer locations and at the terminal, with or without mechanical assistance depending on the size of freight

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• 1 year of commercial driving experience
• No DUI’s or DWI’s (in the past 3 years)
• No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years)
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain - renewals reimbursable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial combinations, to manually lower and raise landing gear, to operate fifth wheel release levers, to lock and release pintle-hooks, to attach and release safety chains, to open and close cargo doors, to climb into and out of vehicles, and to fuel and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles.

We strive for universal prosperity between our team members, company, customers, and communities. We seek top tier team members who can catch our vision of balancing safety, quality, and productivity.

All regular full-time employees are eligible for CrossCountry's benefit package after 30 days of employment. Our employee benefit package includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan*
• Uniform Incentive*
• Paid Holidays (after 30 days of service as a full-time employee)
• Paid Personal Time-Off * Regular part-time employees are eligible for these benefits as well.