Lead Class A Driver Indianapolis Indiana

Jusczak-Trucking-LL; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round work

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Benefits package

Company vehicle and fuel card

Employer-paid medical insurance (50% )

Employer-paid dental insurance

Employer-paid vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

401K with match

Job summary

Jusczak Trucking Team in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Local Lead Driver who will oversee local operations, mentor drivers, and ensure safe, efficient deliveries while being home daily.

This lead driver will operate primarily flatbed freight, manage loads, maintain logs, and coordinate with dispatch using our proprietary software. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• No major violations in past 3–5 years.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug tests.
• Criminal background check required.
• Minimum 5 years of Class A driving experience.
• Experience with flatbed, step deck, RGN, van, Conestoga, and over-dimensional freight is a plus.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to maintain logs and documents.
• Flexible, reliable, punctual with good communication.
• Moderate technology skills for dispatch software.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A vehicles for local deliveries.
• Mentor and train new and existing drivers.
• Assist with load planning, securing, and compliance checks.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and leadership team.
• Support safety initiatives and enforce company standards.
• Provide feedback to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Class A CDL

Clean driving record

DOT medical

Drug test compliance

Criminal background check

5+ years experience

Operates multiple equipment types

Physical stamina

Dispatch software

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring drivers

Leadership

Tools

Proprietary dispatch software

Job description

Description

Join the Jusczak Trucking Team as a Local Lead Driver, home daily in Indianapolis, IN!

We are a family-owned company with deep roots in the trucking industry since 1974. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Driver to oversee local operations, mentor drivers, and ensure safe, efficient deliveries while being home every day. As a Lead Driver, you’ll not only haul freight but also serve as the go-to resource for driver support, compliance, and operational excellence.

Position Details

• Location: Los Lunas, NM (Home Daily)
• Role: Lead Driver – includes driving and leadership responsibilities
• Hauling Freight: Primarily Flatbed
• Equipment: Model year 2000 and older Peterbilt 379s with 3406E CAT engines
• Fleet Maintenance: On-site maintenance with NSC ATE for minimal downtime

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A vehicles for local deliveries
• Act as a mentor and trainer for new and existing drivers
• Assist with load planning, securement, and compliance checks
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and leadership team
• Support safety initiatives and enforce company standards
• Provide feedback to improve operational efficiency

What We Offer

• Year-round, consistent work
• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Benefits package
• Company Vehicle and fuel card

50% Employer Paid Medical Insurance (With HSA Program)

100% Employer Paid Dental Insurance

100% Employer Paid Vision Insurance

100% Employer Paid Life Insurance

401K Program with match

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL – Must hold a valid Commercials Driver’s License (CDL) with a Class A endorsement.
• Clean Driving Record – Must have no major violations (such as speeding tickets, DUI, reckless driving, etc.) within the past 3-5 years, and must be able to pass a pre-hire clearinghouse.
• DOT Physical – Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam and maintain a valid DOT medical card.
• Drug Test Compliance – Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Clean background check – Must pass a criminal background check.
• Experience - Minimum 5 years of Class A driving experience (or equivalent training)
• Ability to Operate Different Equipment Types – Experience with hauling flatbed, step deck, RGN, van, Conestoga, and over-dimensional freight is a plus.
• Physical Stamina – Ability to lift, load, and secure freight, as well as perform other physically demanding tasks as needed
• Moderate Technology Skills (dispatch software) – All company dispatches and communication take place on our proprietary dispatching software.
• Safety-focused and reliable – Commitment to safety standard and regulations while on the road.
• Flexible, Reliable and Punctual – Willing to work flexible hours with strong work ethic and a commitment to punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to Maintain Logs and Documents – Must be able to properly complete and maintain driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
• Ability to Train and Mentor Drivers – Provide guidance, hands‑on instructions, and support to ensure driver safety, compliance, and performance.
• Strong Leadership and Communication Skills – Ability to communicate effectively with customers, dispatchers, leadership team, and all other team members.

If you're looking for a stable, rewarding lead driving position with a company that values its drivers, Jusczak Trucking could be the perfect fit for you. Join a team where you'll be respected, supported, and part of a company with a long history of success.

Thank you for considering a career with Jusczak Trucking. We look forward to hearing from you!

$80,000 per year depending on experience.