Dry Van CDL Driver | Average $98,000 per Year | Fort Wayne, IN

RUAN TRANSPORTATION MGMT SYSTS; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transportation is seeking dedicated Class A CDL drivers to join their team in Fort Wayne. This exciting opportunity involves hauling batteries for a national customer, with a competitive pay structure averaging $98,000 per year. Drivers can expect a supportive environment with strong safety focus and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy the flexibility of a schedule that allows for home time every two weeks, with the possibility of seeing home more frequently. Join a company that values its people and fosters a culture of safety and inclusivity, where every team member plays a vital role in delivering essential services.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Union operation benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Must be at least 22 years old with a valid Class A CDL.
• 9 months of tractor-trailer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Haul batteries for a national dedicated customer.
• Driver unload at each stop using lift gate and electric pallet jack.

Skills

Class A CDL

Hazmat endorsement

Tractor-trailer experience

Driver unload skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Lift gate

Freightliner Sleeper cab

Job description

Dry Van CDL Driver | Average $98,000 per Year | Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne, IN

Posted: 4/4/2025
Team Number: 125

About the Job

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers for our operation based in Fort Wayne, IN, to haul batteries for our national dedicated customer. This position requires a Hazmat endorsement within 60 days of hire, which Ruan can assist to obtain. For more information, please call our Recruiting Hotline at [phone].

Pay

Earn $31.50 per hour with overtime after 40 hours and $25 per diem, averaging $98,000 per year and $1,900 per week. Drivers are paid every Friday.

Schedule

Drivers typically depart on Sunday afternoon with multi-stop loads, and may take 2-3 loads per week. They will be home every two weeks with the possibility to see home time weekly over time.

Equipment

Drivers are assigned automatic late-model Freightliner Sleeper cabs. This position requires driver unload at each stop using a lift gate and electric pallet jack.

Benefits

This is a union operation with Ruan benefits. Ruan appreciates your commitment to our success. We're equally committed to providing you with competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help you take care of yourself and your family. View all benefits information here.

Why Ruan?

People First, Safety Focus, 90+ Years Strong.

#DriveRedBattery

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least 22 years or older
• No more than three moving violations in the past three years (some restrictions apply)
• No more than one DOT recordable preventable accident in the last three years
• Additional qualifications will apply
• With the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse in effect, all applicants must create a profile at fmcsa.dot.gov before being hired
• 9 months of tractor-trailer experience within the past three years

EOE | Dedicated to Diversity

Ruan’s number one strength is our people. Therefore, it’s our number one priority to make sure our team members feel safe, valued, and empowered. With focused efforts on safety, benefits, continuous improvement, and fostering an inclusive, positive culture, every team member ends their day knowing they made a difference. Whether you’re a professional truck driver, skilled technician, warehouse worker, or office team member, you’re part of a family of dedicated, hard-working professionals who, together, perform essential work for our customers, families, and neighbors. We are Ruan. We are you.