CDL-A Local Driver – 3 PM–4 PM Start | $70K + BONUS

Salt City Trucking; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt City Trucking is seeking a CDL-A Local Shuttle Driver for a Sun–Thu schedule with home daily. The role features a dedicated frozen grocery shuttle account, primarily drop-and-hook, no-touch freight, and a competitive package totaling around $70,000 per year plus a $5,000 bonus.

Duties include shuttling reefer loads between Westfield, MA and relays in Milford, CT, and West Haven, CT, typically 5–10 runs daily. Start times ~3:00–4:00 PM; NYC deliveries not required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Minimum 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience.
• Clean driving record.
• DOT Medical Card.
• No SAP drivers.
• Reliable transportation to daily work site.
• Ability to perform pre-trip inspections and inspect tractor/trailer tires.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Must operate safely and legally at all times.
• Willingness to assist with store deliveries and other account needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate dedicated frozen grocery shuttle account with drop-and-hook, no-touch freight.
• Shuttle reefer loads from Westfield, MA to relay yards in Milford, CT and West Haven, CT.
• Typically 5–10 shuttle runs per day, with a minimum of 3.
• May handle trailer moves, store transfers, and local backhauls.
• Shuttle drivers do not deliver in NYC; supermarket deliveries may be required.

Skills

Customer service

Safe driving

Job description

CDL-A Local Shuttle Driver – Sun–Thurs | $70K + $5K Bonus

Earn approximately $70,000 per year with a $5,000 bonus on a dedicated frozen grocery shuttle account. Enjoy home daily, Sunday–Thursday scheduling, afternoon starts, and primarily drop-and-hook, no-touch freight.

Main Yard / Starting Location

• East Granby Yard
• 38 Russell Rd, Granby, CT
• Drivers start and finish each day at the East Granby yard
• Supports the Westfield, MA frozen grocery facility

Pay Details

• $70,000 average annual pay
• Approximately $1,400 average weekly pay
• $5,000 bonus
• $0.50–$0.54 CPM
• Approximately 500 miles per week

Job Details

• Dedicated frozen grocery shuttle account
• Shuttle reefer loads from Westfield, MA to relay yards in Milford, CT and West Haven, CT
• Drop & hook and no-touch shuttle freight
• Typically 5–10 shuttle runs per day , with a minimum of 3 required
• May handle trailer moves, store transfers, and local backhauls
• Shuttle drivers do not deliver in NYC
• Supermarket deliveries may be required as needed
• May assist intermodal and other local accounts
• Store deliveries may involve 2–3 stops and electric pallet jack unloading
• Occasional return product and backhaul pickups

Shift Details

• Home daily
• Sunday–Thursday
• Start time approximately 3:00 PM–4:00 PM
• 6th day required during mandatory holiday periods , potentially 3 consecutive weeks around holidays
• Holiday work required when scheduled and the account is operating
• Thanksgiving and Christmas listed as off; New Year's is not guaranteed

Job Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience
• Clean driving record
• DOT Medical Card
• No SAP drivers
• Reliable transportation to and from work daily
• Ability to perform pre-trip inspections and inspect tractor/trailer tires
• Strong customer service skills
• Must operate safely and legally at all times
• Willingness to assist with store deliveries and other account needs

Equipment

• Automatic tractors
• Reefer trailers
• Slip‑seat operation
• Trucks cannot be taken home
• Uniforms provided and maintained by the account