CDL-A Local Driver — Flexible Schedule & On-Time Deliveries

Saia; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a professional tractor-trailer driver to move freight between company terminals and customer sites across a defined area. You will ensure on-time deliveries and comply with safety and billing procedures.

The role requires a Class A CDL with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements, and at least 1 year of verifiable experience. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements.
• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience.
• No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations within the past 3 years.
• No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within the past 6 months.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds to and from trailers.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; understand highway traffic signs and signals; and accurately review and complete various shipping documents, reports and records required of the position.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.
• Sorts, handles, loads, and unloads freight at various company and customer locations.
• Plans routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
• Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
• Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
• Retains and maintains records, forms, and load-related paperwork.
• Serves as the first point-of-contact for delivery-related issues.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Twin trailer endorsement

Flexible schedule

English proficiency

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Saia is seeking a professional tractor-trailer driver to move freight between company terminals and customer sites across a defined area. You will ensure on-time deliveries and comply with safety and billing procedures.

The role requires a Class A CDL with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements, and at least 1 year of verifiable experience. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.