CDL Class A Route Driver – Early-Morning Statewide Routes

Reliance, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. seeks a CDL Class A Route driver out of Tampa with multiple stops across the state. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 2 AM–6 AM dispatch times.

In the Delivery Department, you will operate heavy vehicles, load and unload cargo, perform daily inspections, and ensure accurate documentation at each stop while maintaining safety and on‑time delivery standards.

Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, good driving record, and ability to follow directions are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1 year of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per assigned vehicle type required.
• Successful completion of a road test required.
• Ability to meet company insurability standards required.
• Ability to meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Ability to meet all driver qualification requirements per Federal regulations (per 49 CFR part 391) required.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• No drug violations during the previous 5 years and proof of completion of a certified SAP program for violations over 5 years old required.
• Basic knowledge of laws and government regulations and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,001 lbs. to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment to assigned regional and/or local destination and/or customers in a timely fashion.
• May drive (regularly or periodically) and perform other safety-affecting activities on motor vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or less in transportation on public highways in interstate or foreign commerce, excluding passenger or hazardous materials transportation vehicles.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods including securement of cargo for transport (may include use of tarps).
• Safely maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Loads and unloads vehicles as required.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections (as defined by the FMCSA) to ensure that the trucks are roadworthy and that safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Records any inspection information or list of defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
• Uses an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
• Reports traffic incidents, including, traffic accidents and violations, or damage to the vehicles to supervisory staff.
• Reads bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
• Checks all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate and obtains receipts or signatures for delivered goods or collects payment for services when required.
• Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols.

Skills

CDL license

1+ year driving

FMCSA compliance

ELD experience

Load securement

Safety procedures

Bill of Lading

MVR standards

Reading comprehension

Math basics

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Reliance, Inc. seeks a CDL Class A Route driver out of Tampa with multiple stops across the state. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 2 AM–6 AM dispatch times.

In the Delivery Department, you will operate heavy vehicles, load and unload cargo, perform daily inspections, and ensure accurate documentation at each stop while maintaining safety and on‑time delivery standards.

Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, good driving record, and ability to follow directions are essential for success in this role.