Home Daily CDL-A Driver in Houston – Weekdays

hrone; Tennessee; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Early start (6am-8am)

Job summary

Universal Logistics is hiring for a CDL A truck driver at our Houston terminal. You will operate heavy trucks, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and secure loads for timely delivery across routes.

Expect 50–60 hours per week with a home-daily schedule and a start window around early morning hours. Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL, at least 21 years old, and 6 months of verifiable recent driving experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• CDL Class A is required.
• 6 months of verifiable experience in the last year.
• No DUI/OWI in the last 5 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years.
• No more than 2 preventable accidents in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial trucks safely and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Load and unload cargo as needed and secure loads properly.
• Transport goods to assigned destinations within scheduled timeframes.
• Maintain logs of working hours, driving hours, and rest periods (DOT compliance).
• Communicate with dispatch regarding delays or route changes.
• Complete delivery documentation accurately (bills of lading, receipts, etc.).
• Follow planned routes and adjust for traffic or weather conditions.
• Provide excellent customer service at delivery sites.
• Keep equipment clean and report repairs when needed.

Skills

Class A CDL

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Job description

Universal Logistics is hiring for a CDL A truck driver at our Houston terminal. You will operate heavy trucks, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and secure loads for timely delivery across routes.

Expect 50–60 hours per week with a home-daily schedule and a start window around early morning hours. Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL, at least 21 years old, and 6 months of verifiable recent driving experience.