Class A Linehaul Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking safety-conscious Class A Linehaul Drivers. This role involves transferring freight to defined locations, hooking/unhooking trailers, and completing required paperwork per DOT standards.

Drivers are home daily with weekends off, supporting a healthy work-life balance. Required: valid Class A CDL, Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and Hazmat/Tanker endorsements required or willingness to obtain.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• No DUI/DWI in the past 3 years.
• No more than 3 traffic violations in the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Doubles endorsement

1 year commercial driving experience

No DUI or DWI in past 3 years

No more than 3 traffic violations in 3

Job description

Job Title:Class A Linehaul DriverDepartment:Des Moines IAJob Status:Non-ExemptCompensation:Direct Reports:NoCOMPANY OVERVIEWCrossCountry 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, KSPAY: $302/day Flat RateREPORTS TO: Service Center ManagerDIRECT REPORTS: NoLOCATION: Des Moines, IAJOB SUMMARYAt 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 DUTIESConduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspectionsHook up and haul trailers between our customer/terminal locations as instructed by dispatch or immediate supervisorEnsure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery pointOperate tractor-trailer combination for extended periods of time, over long distancesJOB SPECIFICATIONSSkills & KnowledgeValid Class A CDLAt least 21 years of age1 year of commercial driving experienceNo 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 reimbursableMust have Doubles endorsementPhysical DemandsMust 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.BENEFITSLocal, Home DailyDedicated Routes + Consistent Miles/Hours WorkedMedical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer timeEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401k retirement plan with match#NDIADR