Class A Driver- Local Route (Home Daily)

Palmer-Donavin; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer-Donavin is seeking an experienced tractor-trailer driver for a full-time day shift in Bluffton, IN. You will deliver materials to customers, inspect equipment, secure cargo, and maintain accurate delivery documentation while adhering to DOT and safety standards.

The role requires 8+ years of driving with a Class A CDL (manual), valid records, and the ability to back into tight spaces. Expect a 5am–7am start, Monday–Friday schedule, and home every night.

Qualifications

• Must hold Class A CDL with manual transmission authorization.
• 8+ years of commercial driving experience.
• Satisfactory criminal history and motor vehicle records.
• Satisfactory PSP and DOT Clearinghouse reports.
• Acceptable pre-hire DOT drug screening.
• Ability to routinely back a tractor trailer into tight spaces.
• Ability to use forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment to ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Perform vehicle inspections before operation and secure cargo for safe transport.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safety procedures during transit and delivery activities.
• Operate tractor trailers to safely deliver materials to customer locations.
• Handle strapping, unstrapping, and rag side trailer functions during deliveries as required.
• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and delivery documentation in accordance with DOT and company requirements.
• Obtain delivery receipts, customer signatures, and payments when required.
• Provide professional customer service and maintain positive customer interactions during deliveries.

Skills

Class A CDL

Manual transmission

DOT regulations knowledge

Customer service

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bluffton, IN 46714
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Transportation

The Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering materials to customers while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards. This role supports transportation operations by inspecting equipment, securing cargo, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing professional customer service throughout the delivery process.

Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to operate equipment and handle materials in a fast-paced delivery environment.

Start Time: 5am-7am (overtime as business requires).

Starting Pay: $26-29/hr+

Monday - Friday. No weekends. Home every night.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment to ensure operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Perform vehicle inspections before operation and secure cargo for safe transport.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safety procedures during transit and delivery activities.
• Operate tractor trailers to safely deliver materials to customer locations.
• Handle strapping, unstrapping, and rag side trailer functions during deliveries as required.
• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and delivery documentation in accordance with DOT and company requirements.
• Obtain delivery receipts, customer signatures, and payments when required.
• Provide professional customer service and maintain positive customer interactions during deliveries.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of driving experience in a commercial motor vehicle at Palmer-Donavin
• Class A CDL with authorization to drive manual truck
• Satisfactory criminal history and motor vehicle records
• Satisfactory PSP and DOT Clearinghouse reports
• Acceptable pre-hire DOT drug screening
• Ability to routinely back a tractor trailer into tight spaces
• Ability to use forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck

Requirements

• Satisfactory criminal history check
• Motor Vehicle Report
• Pre-hire drug test
• DOT Employment Verification
• New Medical Card