Class A Local Driver - 2000wk after taxes

Blue Trucking; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS medical insurance

VSP vision insurance

Referral bonus program

Paid orientation and training

Job summary

Blue Trucking is seeking an experienced CDL-A Local Driver for a regional dry van role. The position offers about $1,800 gross per week with regional runs and training on pneumatic tank equipment. You will be home weekly and oriented with paid training help.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL and TWIC card, with 6–12 months of tractor-trailer experience. Lodging and travel support are provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• TWIC card required
• At least six months of recent, verifiable tractor-trailer experience
• Or at least 12 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the previous three years
• Must complete the pre-employment drug screening
• No pets or passengers permitted

Responsibilities

• Pneumatic dry bulk freight handling
• Hauling cement, sand, and limestone
• Drivers assist with loading
• Drivers are responsible for offloading the product
• Training on pneumatic tank equipment provided

Job description

Class A Local Driver - 2000wk after taxes (Full Time)
Job Type: Driving

We are hiring experienced CDL-A drivers for a regional dry van position drop and hook freight on dedicated accounts.

PAY & MILES

Average pay: Approximately $1,800 gross per week
Average mileage: 2,0002,400 miles per week
Consistent regional freight
Paid orientation and training

SCHEDULE & HOME TIME

Depart Sunday evening or Monday morning
Return Friday evening or Saturday morning
Home every week

RUNNING AREA

Regional routes through your home state and neighboring states
Drivers remain within a consistent regional operating area

FREIGHT & RESPONSIBILITIES

Pneumatic dry bulk freight
Hauling cement, sand, and limestone
Drivers assist with loading
Drivers are responsible for offloading the product
Training on pneumatic tank equipment is provided

EQUIPMENT

2020 and newer Mack and International trucks
Governed at 65 MPH on the pedal and 68 MPH on cruise

PARKING

Truck must be parked at a secure location approved by management

PAID ORIENTATION & TRAINING

Orientation begins on Monday and includes an online portion followed by onsite and road training.

Online orientation:

Approximately 2.53 hours
Around 3132 online tasks
Upload of CDL, medical card, and Social Security card
Policy review and acceptance
Required training videos
Pre-employment drug screening
$200 paid after completion and hire, included on the first Friday paycheck following hire

Onsite training:

Approximately five days
1.52 days of classroom instruction
Standard driver road test
Introduction to pneumatic tank equipment
Initial hands-on training
Paid at $120 per day

Additional road training:

Approximately 57 days at the drivers home terminal
Paid at $120 per day

TRAVEL, LODGING & MEALS

Travel provided by plane or rental car
Mileage reimbursement may be available within the companys current limit
Private, single-occupancy hotel room provided
Breakfast and lunch provided

BENEFITS

BCBS medical insurance
VSP vision insurance
Benefits begin on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment

REFERRAL BONUS

Earn a $1,500 driver referral bonus:

$750 paid when the referred driver is hired
$750 paid after the referred driver completes 90 days

REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class A CDL
TWIC card required
At least six months of recent, verifiable tractor-trailer experience

OR

At least 12 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the previous three years

Must complete the required pre-employment drug screening
No pets or passengers permitted