Lead Driver - Local, Home Daily (Class A CDL)

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

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.