Line Haul Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Great benefits

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is seeking a motivated individual to drive freight between terminals and customer facilities in Grayling, Michigan. You will ensure safe and timely deliveries, manage freight loads, and follow established safety procedures. Candidates must hold a valid CDL with endorsements and have a minimum of one year's driving experience. Flexible scheduling is required. Join our team where your success is recognized and rewarded.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsements.
• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pick up freight.
• Sorts and loads freight at locations.
• Plans routes for timely deliveries.
• Conducts inspections and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic logging devices

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

Drives freight between company terminals and customer facilities or work sites within a defined geographic area. Ensures freight is delivered in a claims-free and cost-efficient manner.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.
• Sorts, handles, loads, and unloads freight at various company and customer locations.
• Plans routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
• Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
• Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
• Retains and maintains records, forms, and load-related paperwork.
• Serves as the first point-of-contact for delivery-related issues.

Compensation Range

$0.752 - $0.840 CPM based on experience.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements.
• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience.
• No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations within the past 3 years.
• No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within the past 6 months.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds to and from trailers.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks 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 of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift and pallet jack.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and safety procedures.
• Proven track record of safe driving and on-time deliveries.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills when interacting with customers and terminal staff.
• Experience using electronic logging devices or other driver technology systems.

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.