Local CDL-A Shuttle Driver - Home Daily & Union Perks

UNIVERSAL DEDICATED OF DETROIT, MI LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Dedicated of Detroit is seeking reliable CDL-A drivers for local shuttle routes based in Detroit, MI. Local shuttle routes (home daily) with a first shift 5 am - 2:30 pm and light touch freight. 2–3 runs per day between terminal and customer locations. OT after 40 hours; Union position with Teamsters Local 299.

Pay: $22.50/hour experienced drivers; $21.00/hour for 0-1 year experience; after 1 year, pay jumps to $24.25/hour. Seniority-based route bidding every 6 months.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Clean driving record with strong safety history.
• Ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport materials between terminal and customer locations.
• Follow delivery schedules based on customer production needs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain DOT compliance at all times.
• Communicate with dispatch and operations teams.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Training: T2T (Train-to-Train) program required for recent graduates.
• Experienced drivers may be exempt based on prior experience.

Skills

CDL-A

DOT compliance

Communication

Time management

Job description

Universal Dedicated of Detroit is seeking reliable CDL-A drivers for local shuttle routes based in Detroit, MI. Local shuttle routes (home daily) with a first shift 5 am - 2:30 pm and light touch freight. 2–3 runs per day between terminal and customer locations. OT after 40 hours; Union position with Teamsters Local 299.

Pay: $22.50/hour experienced drivers; $21.00/hour for 0-1 year experience; after 1 year, pay jumps to $24.25/hour. Seniority-based route bidding every 6 months.