Class A Truck Driver (6:30am Start) $2,500 Sign On Bonus

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in freight solutions is seeking a Class A Truck Driver for a full-time position in Des Moines, IA. The role involves delivering freight safely and efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a valid CDL and a passion for customer service. The position offers a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, and various benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Biweekly Pay

Local, Home Daily

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• At least 21 years of age.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Deliver and pick up freight to/from customer locations.
• Ensure shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Class A Truck Driver (6:30am Start) $2,500 Sign On Bonus

Job Category: Driver

Requisition Number: CLASS003543

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• Posted : May 19, 2025
• Full-Time

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DES MOINES IA
5299 NE 22nd St.
Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

DES MOINES IA
5299 NE 22nd St.
Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

JOB TITLE:CDL A
DEPARTMENT:Operations
JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt
SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-4pm
PAY:$30.00/Hour + $2,500 Sign On BonusREPORTS TO:Service Center Manager

JOB SUMMARY

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is in search of Class A drivers with a passion for customer service and a safety-first mindset to join our dynamic team. The CDL A position is a Route Delivery Driver position in which you will operate a Company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. This position unloads, sorts, palletizes, and reloads a wide variety of freight, manually or with the aid of a mechanical device. Completes all paperwork required by government regulations and Company procedures/policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Delivers and/or picks up freight to/from customer locations and/or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor
• Ensures all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point
• Loads and/or unloads a wide variety of freight onto and off a company motor vehicle, at customer locations and at the terminal, with or without mechanical assistance depending on the size of freight

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 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!

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