CDL A Truck Driver Local Home Daily

Wavepoint; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive wages

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

8 paid holiday days

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

Wavepoint is hiring a Local Truck Driver in Buffalo, NY. You will safely operate a commercial truck over long distances, plan efficient routes, inspect vehicles, log hours, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. Customer service and teamwork with dispatchers are essential.

Applicants should have a valid Class A CDL, a current DOT physical, and at least two years of verifiable driving experience. A clean MVR and knowledge of FMCSA rules are also required.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL required.
• Current DOT Physical Certification required.
• Two years of verifiable experience driving a commercial vehicle.
• Familiar with Federal Motor Carrier Regulations for equipment/inspections, driver rules, hour regulations, and drug/alcohol requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and drive a commercial truck over long distances.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to ensure timely deliveries.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns before and after trips.
• Maintain accurate logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members.
• Secure cargo properly to prevent damage during transit.
• Report any delays, accidents, or other issues promptly to management.
• Monitor and manage fuel consumption and refueling needs.
• Handle cargo documentation and delivery receipts accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic maintenance of the truck.
• Provide excellent customer service during pickup and delivery interactions.
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding transportation protocols.

Skills

Safe driving

Route planning

Vehicle inspection

Log maintenance

Customer service

Dispatch communication

Job description

Today's legacy Wavepoint is a story of successfully creating and executing customer-driven solutions that align with ever-changing market conditions, born out of the demand for responsive and competitive single-source logistics. We would like to say we planned it all back in 1978 when we booked the first truckload, but, in full disclosure, we followed the market as it drove us to where we are today. Things have changed – and keep changing. Grassroots growth of individual trucking, warehousing, and brokerage enterprises brought together under new entrepreneurial leadership, is now aligned with the shared visions of excellence, supported by a talented staff and best-in-class assets, and the all-important 'can do' spirit.

Local Truck Driver Job Description

• Safely operate and drive a commercial truck over long distances.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to ensure timely deliveries.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns before and after trips.
• Maintain accurate logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members.
• Secure cargo properly to prevent damage during transit.
• Report any delays, accidents, or other issues promptly to management.
• Monitor and manage fuel consumption and refueling needs.
• Handle cargo documentation and delivery receipts accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic maintenance of the truck.
• Provide excellent customer service during pickup and delivery interactions.
• Follow company policies and procedures regarding transportation protocols.

General Description Of Benefits

Weekly Pay Competitive Wages Paid Vacation and Sick time Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account 8 Paid holiday days Company-paid Life Insurance Company match 401(k) Retirement Savings

Requirements

• Have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License
• Current DOT Physical Certification
• Good MVR - no DUI's, no more than 2 at fault DOT reportable accidents, no reckless/careless driving within the last 3 years, no more than 2 speeding violations in the last year
• Two years of verifiable experience driving a commercial vehicle
• Familiar with Federal Motor Carrier Regulations for equipment/inspections, driver rules, hour regulations, and drug/alcohol requirements
• Follow Company policies and procedures
• Drive day/night in a variety of traffic and weather conditions
• Ability to drop and hook trailers
• Knowledge of reefer units
• Safety check equipment
• Do minor repairs if necessary
• Drive safely 11 hours a day on a flexible schedule