Line Haul Driver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

A leading freight company in Nevada is seeking an experienced tractor-trailer driver. You will be responsible for delivering and picking up freight safely across long distances. Applicants must possess a valid Class A CDL and have a minimum of one year of driving experience. This position offers competitive pay, health benefits, and a commitment to employee success. Join a company where hard work leads to recognition and rewards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight.
• Conduct safety inspections per established guidelines.
• Maintain detailed logs and paperwork related to deliveries.

Skills

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Safely operate tractor-trailer

Customer service skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

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: $0.780 - $0.815 per mile, based on experience

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

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 to perform job tasks, including understanding instructions and completing shipping documents, reports and records.

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.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! 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.