Driver, Local (P.M)

DSV Air & Sea Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual earnings $80k-91k

Overtime hours

Home daily

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid orientation

Referral bonus

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

DSV Air & Sea Inc. is hiring a Local (PM) Driver to operate within Denton, TX. You will perform local deliveries, manage P&D tasks, and maintain safety and regulatory compliance to ensure on-time performance.

The role offers a starting hourly wage with opportunity for increases after the introductory period, plus comprehensive benefits and a 401(k) match. You will work a full-time schedule with overtime options as needed to support peak activity.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL is required and must be current.
• Minimum 2 years of verified driving experience within past 4 years (3+ preferred).
• Minimum 1 year Medical Certificate per Title 49 CFR Part 391.41.
• No positive drug or alcohol test in past five years.
• No bodily injury accidents in past three years.
• No DUI/DWI or speeding tickets 12 mph or higher in past five years.

Responsibilities

• Drive semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off duty.
• Back trailers to customer docks and perform P&D locally.
• Maintain compliance with Federal and State safety regulations.
• Communicate with customers and dispatchers professionally.
• Ensure vehicle readiness and proper cargo securing before driving.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Minimum of 2 years verified experience

Minimum 1 year Medical Certificate ICC

No positive drug/alcohol test in past

No bodily injury accidents in past 3 y

No DUI/DWI or reckless driving past 5 

Education

Class A CDL Required

Job description

Position Details

Job Posting Title: Driver, Local (P.M), Local
Time Type: Full Time (PM)
Location: USA – Denton, N Western Blvd
Division: Road Transport US

Job Summary

The Local Truck Driver position based out of Northlake, TX will handle local deliveries within a specific area with care, professionalism, and precision.

Benefits

• Annual gross earnings $80k-91k
• Up to 10-15 hours of overtime per week based on business needs
• Home every day
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match
• Generous PTO package – including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 floating holidays, and 6 paid holidays a year
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more
• P & D locally
• Backs trailers to customer dock
• Maintain compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior
• Communicate with customer representatives in a pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner
• Communicate and coordinate with dispatchers
• Comply with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing)
• Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance it within the vehicle
• Ensure that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving
• Apply tire chains in inclement weather when required
• Swing and secure trailer doors
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications & Experience

• Class A CDL Required
• Minimum of 2 years of verified experience within the past 4 years (3+ preferred)
• Minimum 1 year Medical Certificate – Minimum ICC requirements related to physical qualifications as set forth under Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 391.41, Physical Qualifications of Drivers
• No positive drug or alcohol test result in the past five (5) years
• No accident involving bodily injury within the last three (3) years
• No DUI/DWI, reckless driving or speeding tickets 12 mph or higher in the past five years

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of a truck driver, the employee is required to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle. The employee must use hands and fingers to operate a steering wheel, controls, GPS devices, and other on-board equipment. The role also requires the ability to reach with hands and arms, climb in and out of the cab and trailer, and occasionally stoop, kneel, bend, or crouch during inspections, coupling/uncoupling, or loading/unloading activities. The employee must be able to communicate effectively using verbal and hearing skills, often via CB radio or mobile devices. Vision requirements include the ability to see at a distance for safe driving, as well as close vision for reading documents, using electronic logs, and performing inspections.

• Frequently carry, push, or pull freight weighing 1-125 pounds
• Lifts up to 50 pounds
• Frequently reach for freight at waist level and occasionally above shoulder height or below waist level
• Shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals, not applicable on all trucks
• Frequently squat or crouch to handle and position freight
• Climb in and out of over-the-road tractor, 4 to 6 feet, 8 to 10 times daily with assistance of various steps and handholds; occasionally bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing
• Conduct pre-trip inspection for a tractor and trailer
• Be able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower/raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release level, lock/release pintle-hooks, fuel vehicles and check engine oil/coolant levels, perform preventative maintenance
• Must be able to spend at least 5% of day standing and 5% of the day walking on surfaces such as wood, metal and concrete. Surface may sometimes be slippery or wet
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, at waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck

Work Environment

While performing the duties of a driver, the employee may be exposed to diesel fumes, airborne particles, and occasionally harsh weather conditions while loading or unloading. The work environment includes time spent both inside the truck cab – which may involve extended periods of sitting and exposure to engine noise and vibration – and outside at customer sites, terminals, or on public roadways. Noise levels can vary from quiet inside the cab to moderate or loud at delivery or pick-up locations.

Salary

The starting hourly pay is $26.00 which includes a $2.00 shift differential. After 90 days of employment, employees are eligible for a $2.00 per hour increase, bringing the hourly rate to $28.00 to achieve the listed annual gross earnings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.