Class A CDL Semi-Local Driver

DLM Pro; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated account

Year-round freight

Assigned equipment

Stable environment

Career stability

Job summary

DLM Pro in Joliet, IL is seeking CDL-A drivers for a semi-local dedicated account delivering pet products to retail stores. You will operate assigned equipment and handle backhaul freight with preloaded outbound loads.

This role requires unloading at store locations using electric and manual pallet jacks, plus lifting pallets up to 3,500 pounds. Enjoy weekly pay, stable year-round work, and a supportive operations team.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Minimum 3 months of CDL driving experience.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks (electric and manual).
• Ability to perform physical delivery duties.
• Strong safety record and dependable work ethic.
• Good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pet products to retail store locations.
• Pick up backhaul freight from retail and non-retail locations.
• Unload at store locations using electric and manual pallet jacks.
• Operate dry van or liftgate trailers.
• Maintain safe and compliant driving practices.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Dependable

Safety focused

Education

Valid Class A CDL (license)

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Liftgate operation

Job description

Join a dedicated CDL-A fleet that offers consistent freight, assigned trucks, and dependable year-round work. This semi-local position is ideal for drivers who enjoy staying active on the job while benefiting from a stable operation, predictable freight demand, and the support of a dedicated retail account.

Drivers on this account deliver pet products to retail store locations and pick up backhaul freight throughout the week. Freight is preloaded, but store deliveries require driver unload using both electric and manual pallet jacks. With dedicated freight, assigned equipment, and consistent miles, this position provides the stability and long-term career potential professional drivers are looking for.

Compensation and Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Dedicated retail account
• Consistent year-round freight
• Assigned equipment
• Stable work environment
• Long-term career opportunity

Job Details

• Semi-local dedicated account
• Deliver pet products to retail store locations
• Pick up backhaul freight from retail and non-retail locations
• Preloaded outbound freight
• Driver unload required at store locations
• Backhaul freight is not driver unload
• Consistent freight volumes throughout the year
• Dedicated customer operation

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on driving position.

• Driver unloads freight using electric and manual pallet jacks
• Approximately 60% electric pallet jack use
• Approximately 40% manual pallet jack use
• Some pallets may weigh up to 3,500 pounds
• Deliveries may utilize dry van or liftgate trailers
• Ability to safely move heavy palletized freight at customer locations

Equipment

• Assigned trucks
• No slip seating
• Dry van and liftgate trailers
• Modern, well-maintained equipment
• Trucks remain at the account during time off
• No pets permitted

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of Class A CDL driving experience
• Ability to safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks
• Ability to perform physical delivery duties
• Strong safety record
• Professional and dependable work ethic
• Good customer service skills

Benefits

• Assigned equipment
• Consistent freight
• Dedicated account
• Stable year-round work
• Modern equipment
• Supportive operations team
• Long-term career stability