CDL A Local Driver

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is looking for a CDL driver in Mount Vernon, Illinois. You will be responsible for transporting freight safely and maintaining the cleanliness of company vehicles. Ideal candidates must have a valid Class A CDL, a minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience, and be at least 23 years old.

This position offers a pay rate of $36.50 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and a positive working environment.

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age.
• Must have less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load, and unload freight safely.
• Perform inspections on the tractor and trailer.
• Document all freight control processes.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Fluent in English

Basic math skills

Education

Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement

Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card

Job description

Overview

Pay is $36.50 per hour. Overtime after 40 hours. Work-life balance. Growing company. Friendly & Positive culture. New Equipment & Clean facilities.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Transport, load, and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims‑free manner between our Service Centers and customers.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections on the tractor and trailer.
• 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 in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual.

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age.
• At least 2 years 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.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick‑up and delivery operations, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending, descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.