Class A Linehaul Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local, Home Daily

Dedicated Routes + Consistent Miles/Ho

Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental,

Paid time off, paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k retirement plan with match

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions in Des Moines, IA is seeking safety‑conscious Class A Linehaul Drivers. This role requires transferring freight to specified locations, hooking and unhooking trailers, and completing DOT paperwork.

Drivers are home daily with weekends off, delivering a solid work‑life balance. Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, 21+ years old, 1 year of commercial driving, no DUI/DWI (3 years), and up to 3 traffic violations (3 years).

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Minimum 1 year commercial driving experience.
• No DUI/DWI in past 3 years.
• No more than 3 traffic violations in past 3 years.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain – renewals reimbursable.
• Doubles endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Hook up and haul trailers between customer/terminal locations as instructed by dispatch.
• Ensure shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and accompanies shipment.
• Operate tractor-trailer for extended periods and long distances.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Class A CDL

21+ years old

1 year driving experience

No DUI/DWI (past 3 yrs)

No more than 3 traffic violations (3 y

Tools

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Doubles endorsement

Job description

**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 plan with match