Class A CDL Transportation Driver - Home Daily

Dayton Freight Lines; Arcola (IL); On-site; USD 100,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with Company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines is seeking a Transportation/Linehaul Driver in Arcola, Illinois. The role entails safely transporting freight and performing vehicle inspections. Candidates must possess a valid Class A CDL and a minimum of 18 months of driving experience.

The position offers a competitive pay rate starting at $0.82 per mile, with benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan. Join a stable and growing organization with a focus on work-life balance and positive culture.

Qualifications

• At least 18 months of commercial driving experience.
• No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in past 3 years.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Transport and unload freight safely between Service Centers.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on tractor/trailer.
• Safely operate a forklift to load/unload when needed.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card

Job description

Overview

Mileage rate is $0.82 per mile

• Stable and growing organization
• Full-Time pay beginning at $.82/mile for Transportation/Linehaul Drivers (Average $2,200/week)
• No doubles
• Work-life balance
• Quality hours
• Friendly & Positive culture
• New equipment
• Clean facilities
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company match

Responsibilities

Transportation Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers.

• Perform pre and post trip inspections on tractor/trailer
• Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
• Interact and converse with internal customers
• Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed
• Be available for irregular work schedules, extended trips away from domiciled Service Center, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
• Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age
• At least 18 months of commercial driving experience
• Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement
• Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
• No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in the past 3 years
• Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Able to pass a drug screen

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform routine physical tasks associated with driving and equipment inspections. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling equipment, with occasional manual handling of freight. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Full-Time pay beginning at $.82/mile
• No doubles
• Work-life balance
• Quality Hours
• Friendly & Positive culture
• New Equipment
• Clean facilities
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company match