CDL Class A OTR Truck Driver

Denning Companies, LLC; Chancellor (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Denning Companies, LLC is seeking experienced CDL Class A Truck Drivers to join Silver Creek Carriers in Chancellor, SD. This asset-based trucking operation values safe driving, dependable service, and respectful treatment of drivers.

You will handle over-the-road routes, plan trips, perform pre-trip inspections, and communicate with dispatch. Compensation includes mileage pay and potential bonuses, with home time on typical schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional truck driving experience.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet applicable driver qualification requirements.
• Ability to meet DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation, route planning, and hours-of-service regulations.
• Willingness to travel over the road and remain away from home for extended periods.
• Ability to safely secure freight and perform tarping duties when required.
• Dependable work ethic, strong communication skills, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport freight while meeting scheduled pickup and delivery requirements.
• Plan routes and manage driving time in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Monitor equipment condition and maintain a clean, safe truck.
• Secure, tarp, and untarp loads as required.
• Oversee loading and unloading activities when applicable.
• Maintain accurate delivery records, logs, and required documentation.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding routes, deliveries, delays, and equipment needs.
• Follow company safety procedures and federal transportation regulations.

Skills

CDL Class A

2+ years experience

Safe driving

DOT compliance

GPS navigation

Over-the-road travel

Tarping & securing freight

Communication skills

Hours-of-service knowledge

Job description

Denning Companies is seeking experienced CDL Class A Truck Drivers to join our asset-based trucking operation, Silver Creek Carriers, based in Chancellor, South Dakota. We're a family- and veteran-owned operation that values safe driving, dependable service, and treating our drivers with respect.

If you're an experienced driver looking for competitive mileage pay, quality equipment, and a company that knows your name, we'd like to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

• Potential annual earnings: $65,000–$120,000, depending on miles driven and additional compensation
• $0.50–$0.55 per mile — paid on actual odometer miles
• Additional pay opportunities, including detention, breakdown, layover, extra stops, loading/unloading, and tarping
• Performance, safety, referral, and annual bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Safety equipment provided

Equipment & Schedule

• Over-the-road (OTR) driving
• Peterbilt 389 trucks
• Full-time opportunities
• Home time and typical route schedules to be confirmed

What You'll Do

• Safely transport freight while meeting scheduled pickup and delivery requirements.
• Plan routes and manage driving time in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Monitor equipment condition and maintain a clean, safe truck.
• Secure, tarp, and untarp loads as required.
• Oversee loading and unloading activities when applicable.
• Maintain accurate delivery records, logs, and required documentation.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding routes, deliveries, delays, and equipment needs.
• Follow company safety procedures and federal transportation regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Minimum of 2 years of professional truck driving experience.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet applicable driver qualification requirements.
• Ability to meet DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation, route planning, and hours-of-service regulations.
• Willingness to travel over the road and remain away from home for extended periods.
• Ability to safely secure freight and perform tarping duties when required.
• Dependable work ethic, strong communication skills, and commitment to safety.