Commercial Driver Class A CDL

Casella Construction, Inc.; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus payments

DOT inspection bonus payments

Home daily

Competitive load rates

Job summary

Casella Construction is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to join our transportation team in Pittsford, VT. You will haul end dump trailers, perform pre-trip inspections, and maintain DOT compliance while delivering reliable service daily.

This full-time position offers competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Home daily with load-based pay and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsements.
• Clean driving record with no major accidents or violations.
• Knowledge of and adherence to federal and state transportation regulations.
• Ability to operate and maintain commercial vehicles safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate a large commercial vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting maintenance or safety issues.
• Keep a clean working environment.
• Operate commercial vehicles in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Safely load and unload cargo and ensure it is properly secured.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, logs, mileage, and receipts.
• Adhere to hours-of-service requirements and traffic laws.
• Communicate with dispatchers and supervisors about delivery status and delays.
• Follow company safety, performance, and conduct policies.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Communication

GPS/navigation

Flexibility

Safety compliance

Physical fitness

Team collaboration

Job description

Casella Construction is looking for Class A CDL Driver to join our transportation team in Pittsford, VT. At Casella Construction, we are proud of our team of drivers in our transportation group for completing millions of safe driving miles over the past year and maintaining an excellent DOT rating.

We are looking for a safety-minded, positive self-starter Class A CDL Driver to add to our team of drivers out of Pittsford, VT. In this position you will haul end dump trailers. This is a full-time position with competitive pay.

Responsibilities

• Operate a large commercial vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance or safety issues promptly.
• Keep a clean working environment
• Operate commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, box trucks, or other specified vehicles, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Safely load and unload cargo, ensuring that it is properly secured to prevent damage during transit.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, including driver logs, mileage, and delivery receipts.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, including hours-of-service requirements.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and supervisors to provide updates on delivery status and address any issues or delays.
• Follow company policies and procedures related to driver safety, performance, and conduct.
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required.

Physical Requirements

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Sit for long periods of time.
• Safely bend over to visually inspect under the truck/trailer.
• Safely climb the steps into the cab and out of the cab.
• Safely enter the trailer via the man door in the front or a ladder over the side.
• Lift the hoses to attach truck and trailer.
• Lift the hood and close the hood.
• Shovel the built up rock or snow in the body.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the appropriate class and endorsements Class A
• Clean driving record with no history of major accidents or traffic violations.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all federal and state transportation regulations.
• Ability to operate and maintain commercial vehicles safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for managing paperwork and logs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with dispatchers, customers, and team members.
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift and move heavy cargo as needed.
• Familiarity with GPS navigation systems and route planning software.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to changing schedules.
• Commitment to safety, both for oneself and others on the road.
• Experience with Dump Trailers Preferred but not required.

Job Specifics

• Eligible for quarterly bonus payments.
• Eligible for DOT Inspection bonus payments.
• Home Daily
• Competitive Load Rates

Compensation and Benefits

Casella Construction offers competitive wages and a full benefits package to eligible employees that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up-to 4% company match and immediate vesting.

Pay Structure

Paid by the Load

Hourly Hiring Range

This equates to approximately $25.00/hr. - $27.00/hr. per hour, based on average load completion times.

This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks.

Final and individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

About our Company

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking, Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.