Line Haul Driver

Saia LTL Freight; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is seeking a qualified candidate for a driving position in Edinburgh, Indiana. The ideal candidate will have a Class A commercial driver's license and at least 1 year of tractor trailer experience. Responsibilities include delivering freight safely and efficiently while following DOT regulations. The role comes with competitive pay per mile and a range of benefits including health insurance, vacation days, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience required.
• No DUI or license suspension in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight.
• Conduct inspections and maintain safety protocols.
• Retain records and logs as required.

Skills

Tractor trailer driving experience

Safe motor vehicle reporting

Communication in English

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Education

Class A commercial driver's license

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Description

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one -from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity -from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Operates various tractor trailer combinations over long distances to deliver freight in a safe, claims-free, and cost-efficient manner.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight between company terminals, customer facilities, or meeting points.
• Travels regionally and cross-regionally while pulling single, double, or triple trailers.
• Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
• Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
• Hooks, unhooks, and assesses equipment in compliance with Department of Transportation guidelines.
• Retains and maintains records, logs, forms, and load-related paperwork.

Pay Rate: $0.752 - $0.840 per mile, based on experience

Pay Range: 0.75-0.84 per_mile, General Benefits:

• Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision
• Dental Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Free Short-term Disability
• 401(k) with immediate vesting & company match
• Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay
• Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days
• Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Class A commercial driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Safe motor vehicle report and applicable endorsements, including hazmat, tankers, doubles, and triples.
• 1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience.
• No DUI, DWI or license suspension for moving violations in the last 3 years
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various task of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; understand highway traffic signs and signals; and accurately review and complete various shipping documents, reports and records required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to work long hauls and overnight hours.
• Prior experience hooking and unhooking trailers, handling dollies, and making and breaking trailer sets.
• Experience operating a forklift and a pallet jack
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and safety procedures

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.

So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.