Class A CDL Driver - LOCAL

St. Louis Composting; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with strong match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid time off

Family-oriented positive culture

Opportunities for growth

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

A logistics company in Belleville, IL, is seeking candidates for a driving position requiring a Class A CDL. Responsibilities include transporting materials, conducting pre-trip inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a clean driving record, strong communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include 6 paid holidays, medical coverage, a robust 401(k) plan, and a supportive, family-oriented culture. You will mostly be home on weekends and involved in local routing throughout the week.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL with current DOT medical card.
• No DUIs or major violations in driving record.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds and maintaining physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials to various local sites and customer addresses.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and report issues.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch.
• Operate tractor trailers and related equipment with precision.
• Follow dispatch instructions and safety policies; adhere to laws and company rules.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch; adapt to changes.
• Occasional out-of-town work with regular weekends at home.

Skills

Ability to read and understand English

Experience driving manual transmission trucks

Safety awareness

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Team player

Education

Class A CDL in good standing

Job description

What You'll Do

• Transport materials to various local site locations, retail outlets, and customer addresses. Unloading/loading materials to ensure safety and quality standards are followed.
• Ensure safe and timely delivery, following dispatch instructions meticulously.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections, promptly reporting any concerns or issues.
• Operate tractor trailers, tandems, roll-offs, and/or dump trucks with precision and care.
• Adhere to state and federal laws, as well as company policies and DOT regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Potential for occasional out-of-town work - always home on the weekends.

Important things to know

• Language Skills: Able to read and understand English.
• CDL License: Possess a Class A CDL in good standing (all states except California) with a current DOT medical card.
• Clean Driving Record: No DUIs, no major violations, and no more than a combo of 3 at-fault accidents or violations in the past 3 years.
• Manual Transmission: Skilled in driving manual transmission trucks (some automatic transmission trucks available).
• Safety Awareness: Prioritizes safety in all aspects of work.
• Weekend Availability: Open to working Saturdays. Mostly available during the busy season mid-February to late June.
• Physical Fitness: Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing/sitting for long periods.

How you'll be successful

• Adaptability: Follows instructions well and adapts to operational changes.
• Fast-Paced: Thrives in high-volume, fast-paced settings with daily deadlines.
• Team Player: Ready to help wherever necessary, with a strong work ethic.

BENEFITS (available to Full Time employees)

• Local and HOME AT LEAST 95% OF THE TIME
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, STD, Voluntary Accident, Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with STRONG match
• Family-oriented positive culture, ideal for those looking for a long-term career
• Opportunity for growth

As an important part of our hiring process, our candidates must go through a background check, in order to comply with the Department of Transportation requirements. Additionally, we do extensive drug testing including urine, breath alcohol, and invasive hair follicle testing.