Class B CDL Local Driver

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.; Markle (IN); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and personal days

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is seeking Class B P&D Drivers in Markle, Indiana. The role involves safely transporting freight and requires at least 2 years of commercial driving experience. Drivers will perform inspections, document freight processes, and interact with customers.

The position offers a competitive pay of $28.00 per hour, overtime pay after 40 hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k). Opportunity for Class A advancement is also available.

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age.
• No DUI or reckless operations citations in the past 3 years.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load, and unload freight safely.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Properly document all freight control processes.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Education

Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement

Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card

Job description

Overview

• Full‑time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
• Professional, positive and people‑centered work environment
• Local daytime work
• Opportunity for Class A advancement
• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quality hours
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late‑model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan with company match

Responsibilities

Class B P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading, and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims‑free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.

• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
• Properly document all freight control processes
• Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
• Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
• Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
• Interact and converse with external and internal customers
• Safely operate a forklift to unload/load products when indicated and needed
• Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
• Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
• Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

Qualifications

• At least 23 years of age
• At least 2 years of commercial driving experience
• Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement
• Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
• No DUI, citation/conviction for reckless operations in the past 3 years
• Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Full‑time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
• Professional, positive and people‑centered work environment
• Local daytime work
• Opportunity for Class A advancement
• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quality hours
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late‑model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan with company match

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick‑up and delivery operations. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.