Class A CDL Semi-Local Driver

DLM Pro; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated account

Sleeper trucks

Year-round freight

Daily rate opportunities

Job summary

DLM Pro in Colorado and Wyoming seeks CDL-A drivers for semi-local, dedicated routes delivering retail freight in dry van trailers. You will unload pallets using electric pallet jacks and liftgates, maintaining a steady year-round schedule with assigned equipment.

Qualified drivers have a valid Class A CDL with at least 3 months of experience, strong safety records, and the ability to operate pallet jacks and liftgates.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Class A CDL and safe driving history.
• Minimum 3 months of Class A CDL driving experience.
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet jack and lift pallets weighing up to 3,000 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver retail freight in dry van trailers across CO and WY.
• Unload pallets with electric pallet jacks and liftgates.
• Maintain steady, year-round freight with assigned equipment.
• Operate in mountain terrain and handle heavy palletized loads.

Skills

Safety-focused

Dependable

Mountain driving

Education

Class A CDL

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Liftgate operation

Job description

Join a dedicated CDL-A fleet that offers assigned equipment, steady freight, and consistent year-round work. This semi-local position is ideal for drivers who enjoy staying active, operating in mountain terrain, and working with a dedicated customer while maintaining dependable miles and a stable schedule.

Drivers on this account deliver retail freight in dry van trailers throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Deliveries require unloading palletized freight with electric pallet jacks and liftgates, making this a hands-on position for drivers who enjoy staying active throughout the workday.

Compensation and Benefits

• Average pay of $75,000 per year
• Dedicated customer account
• Assigned sleeper trucks
• Consistent year-round freight
• Daily rate opportunities when assisting other DCS accounts
• Stable work environment
• Long-term career opportunity

Job Details

• Semi-local dedicated account
• Deliver retail freight in dry van trailers
• Operate throughout Colorado and Wyoming
• Driver unload position
• Unload pallets using electric pallet jacks and liftgates
• Average unload time of 30 to 45 minutes
• Average 1 to 2 stops per trailer
• Consistent freight volumes throughout the year

Equipment

• Assigned automatic sleeper tractors
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Trucks must remain at the account during time off
• No take-home trucks

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of Class A CDL driving experience
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet jack
• Ability to move pallets weighing up to 3,000 pounds
• Strong safety record
• Professional and dependable work ethic

Special Requirements

• Must be comfortable moving heavy pallets into stockrooms and across steep dock areas
• Must be willing and able to install tire chains when required
• Chaining may be required approximately 10 to 20 times per year
• Chaining experience is strongly preferred
• Must be comfortable driving mountain routes
• Mountain driving occurs approximately twice per week
• PTO blackout periods apply around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
• Weekend work may be required during holiday periods
• Drivers may be assigned to:
  • Other DCS accounts
  • Third-party freight
  • J.B. Hunt freight
• Flexibility to support other operations is required

Additional Freight Opportunities

When dedicated freight is covered, drivers may be assigned to:

• Other DCS accounts (daily rate pay)
• Third-party freight with a mix of drop-and-hook and live load/unload
• J.B. Hunt freight that is primarily drop-and-hook

If you're looking for a CDL-A driving opportunity with assigned equipment, consistent freight, and dependable semi-local routes throughout Colorado and Wyoming.