Class A Linehaul Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking safety-conscious Class A Linehaul Drivers for night shifts. This role involves transferring freight to specified locations, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring compliance with shipping documentation. With a commitment to work-life balance, drivers enjoy home daily with weekends off. Join a company dedicated to quality service and on-time delivery, where your driving career can flourish. If you're ready to elevate your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

PTO and Paid Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Wellness Time Off

Biweekly Pay

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Hook up and haul trailers as instructed by dispatch.
• Ensure shipping documentation is available for inspection.

Skills

Class A CDL

Commercial driving experience

Safety consciousness

Freight handling

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Operations
JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt
ROUTE: Monday - Friday, 7:30pm Start Time: Grand Island, NE to Omaha, NE to Grand Island, NE to North Platte, NE to Grand Island, NE (548 miles)
PAY: $0.60/mi
REPORTS TO: Service Terminal Manager

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 that are willing to drive at night. This position requires transferring freight to specified locations in a timely manner, hooking and unhooking commercial trailers, and completing 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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• 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, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay

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 Upper Midwest and Western regions, along with parts of the Southwest region. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!