Class A Linehaul Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local, Home Daily

Dedicated Routes + Consistent Miles/Ho

Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental,

Paid time off, holidays, volunteer

Employee Assistance Program(EAP)

401k retirement plan with match

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is seeking safety-conscious Class A Linehaul Drivers for Des Moines, IA. This full-time role includes transferring freight, hooking/unhooking trailers, and completing DOT paperwork. Drivers are home daily with weekends off, supporting work-life balance.

Shift: Monday–Friday, 7pm start, Des Moines to Kansas City route, $302/day flat rate. Hazmat/Tanker endorsements and a Doubles endorsement are required or renewals reimbursable.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Class A CDL and be 21+ years old.
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• No DUI/DWI in past 3 years.
• No more than 3 traffic violations in past 3 years.
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain (renewals reimbursable).
• Must have Doubles endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Hook up and haul trailers between customer/terminal locations as instructed by dispatch or supervisor.
• Ensure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point.
• Operate tractor-trailer for extended periods over long distances.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

21 years of age

1 year of commercial driving

DUI/DWI in past 3 years

3 traffic violations in past 3 years

Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be w

Doubles endorsement

Job description

Job Title:

Class A Linehaul Driver

Department:

Des Moines IA

Job Status:

Non-Exempt

Direct Reports:

No

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

SHIFT: Monday-Friday (7pm Start)
ROUTE: Des Moines, IA to Kanas City, KS
PAY: $302/day Flat Rate
REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager
DIRECT REPORTS: No

LOCATION:

Des Moines, IA

JOB SUMMARY

At CrossCountry Freight Solutions, we take great satisfaction in creating an atmosphere that allows our drivers to flourish and progress in their careers. We are seeking safety conscious, Class A Linehaul Drivers. This position requires transferring freight to specified locations in a timely manner, hook and unhook commercial trailers, and complete all paperwork required by government regulations and company procedures/policies. Our Linehaul Drivers are home daily with weekends off, allowing them to enjoy a healthy work-life balance. If you are ready to take your driving career to the next level, hitch on and prosper with CCFS!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Hook up and haul trailers between our customer/terminal locations as instructed by dispatch or immediate supervisor
• Ensure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point
• Operate tractor-trailer combination for extended periods of time, over long distances

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Skills & Knowledge

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• 1 year of commercial driving experience
• No DUI’s or DWI’s (in the past 3 years)
• No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years)
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain - renewals reimbursable
• Must have Doubles endorsement

Physical Demands

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, to manually lower and raise landing gear, to operate fifth wheel release levers, to lock and release pintle-hooks, to attach and release safety chains, to open and close cargo doors, to climb into and out of vehicles, and to fuel and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles.

BENEFITS

• Local, Home Daily
• Dedicated Routes + Consistent Miles/Hours Worked
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
• 401k retirement planwith match

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