Linehaul Driver

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. is seeking full-time Linehaul Drivers in Evansville, Indiana. Responsibilities include safely operating commercial motor vehicles, maintaining shipping records, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Ideal candidates will hold a Class A CDL, have one year of driving experience, and be at least 21 years old. Benefits include health insurance, 401k with company match, paid vacation, and more to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Class A Interstate Commercial Drivers' License required.
• One year of driving experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles.
• Check shipping papers and maintain compliance records.
• Drive truck to required destinations as per regulations.

Skills

Safe operation of commercial motor vehicles

Record maintenance for compliance

Ability to handle hazardous materials

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international services. With directly operated facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and Puerto Rico and partners carriers with coverage into Canada, Mexico and across the globe, AAA Cooper Transportation can service nearly all transportation needs.

AAA Cooper Linehaul Drivers are responsible for moving freight between terminals. As a full-time AAA Cooper Transportation employee, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Company Health Savings Account contributions

• 401k with company match

• Company paid life insurance

• Long Term Disability

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Wellness programs

• Paid Holidays

• Paid vacation

• Uniforms

• Weekly direct payroll deposits

• Safety and Performance Rewards Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program

Job Responsibilities

• Perform safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles.

• Check shipping papers to determine if the load complies with all required regulations.

• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Develop and maintain professional and effective relations between our company and the public.

• Drive truck to the required destination in accordance with federal regulations.

• Ensure that all shipping documentation required to move with shipments is available for inspection.

• Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear.

• Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper.

• Fuel trucks and tractors.

• Perform all other work related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 21 years or older

• Class A Interstate Commercial Drivers' License with hazardous materials and double/triple endorsements

• Pass DOT pre‑employment drug screen and DOT physical

• Satisfactory background check

• One year driving experience required.

• Pass ACT road test

• Flexible hours

• Have the ability to be certified as a forklift operator

• Be familiar with proper procedures for handling hazardous materials.

• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations that govern a safe work environment.

Category: Service Center Linehaul Driver