DC Route Driver

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,300 - 84,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Purchase Plan

401k with Employer Contributions

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is looking for a Class 8 truck driver in Houston, Texas. This position involves operating a tractor-trailer for timely and safe deliveries to store locations. The role includes daily inspections and compliance with DOT regulations, along with the use of electric pallet jacks.

The ideal candidate possesses a current Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement and has flexibility in work hours. The company offers competitive wages, paid time off, and various benefits including medical and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, logbook, and vehicle inspections.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial Class 8 tractor-trailer for deliveries.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Utilize electric pallet jacks and lift gates.

Skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Clean MVR

Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement

Ability to work flexible hours

Job description

Potential first year earnings of $77,123.88 based upon average route hours; actual annual earnings may vary based upon length of route.

Operate a class 8 tractor-trailer providing safe, timely, and accurate route deliveries to store locations as part of our company fleet.

• Home Daily
• 5 Day Work Week
• No Weekends
• Salary package includes safety incentives, driver bonuses and performance-based raises
• Overnight Route Delivery with Dedicated Routes
• Low Touch Freight using full pallet deliveries
• Modern Fleet of Tractors and Trailers

Essential Job Functions

• Operate a commercial Class 8 tractor-trailer to complete safe, timely, and accurate route deliveries in compliance with DOT and company regulations.
• Utilize electric pallet jacks and lift gates to load, unload, and deliver merchandise to designated store locations.
• Follow assigned routes, stops, and schedules to ensure efficient deliveries within set timeframes.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain Hours of Service (HOS) logs, and comply with FMCSA regulations.
• Secure all loads, vehicle doors, and alarms before and after each stop; ensure proper delivery verification and manage returned merchandise.
• Assist with various delivery routes as needed to support operational requirements.

Skills / Education / Knowledge / Experience / Abilities

• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, logbook, and vehicle inspections
• Maintain a clean MVR and a valid DOT physical status
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests
• Must possess a current Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement
• Must maintain the ability to work flexible hours

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable. Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.