Local CDL Driver

BlueLinx Holdings Inc.; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

BlueLinx is seeking professional CDL-A drivers to operate newer, well-maintained equipment on local routes. You will deliver building materials safely and accurately, with home-daily routes, a first-shift schedule, and no weekend hours.

Starting pay is $29.50 per hour, with daily overtime after 8 hours. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, holiday pay, and tuition reimbursement. Join a team focused on safety, respect, and dependable service.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL and clean driving record.
• Minimum 21 years of age with 12 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely secure loads using straps; no tarping required.
• Deliver freight accurately and on time while supporting customer service expectations.
• Handle customer product returns when required.
• Manage Proof of Delivery paperwork and customer documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers and report issues promptly.
• Maintain daily safety checklists and complete required DOT inspections.
• Maintain electronic logbooks and complete trip reports.
• Direct customer unloading when required.

Skills

Safe driving

Load securement

Customer service

DOT regulations

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Drive Your Success with BlueLinx!

Local CDL-A Driver

Position Summary

BlueLinx is seeking professional CDL-A drivers to operate newer, well-maintained equipment on local routes while delivering building materials safely and accurately. Drivers earn $29.50 per hour with daily overtime after 8 hours worked. This role offers home-daily routes, no weekend hours, first-shift schedules, excellent benefits, and a team culture focused on safety, respect, and dependable service.

Key Recruiting Highlights

• $29.50/hour starting pay
• Daily overtime after 8 hours worked
• Home every night
• No weekend hours
• First-shift schedule
• Provided newer, well-maintained equipment
• Flatbed and curtain-side trailers with no tarping required
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, holiday pay, and tuition reimbursement
• Stable, year-round work with a safety-first culture
• Strong work-life balance with competitive hourly pay, daily overtime after 8 hours, home every night, no weekends, first-shift schedules, newer equipment, and no tarping required

What Drivers Will Deliver

• Safely secure loads using straps only; no tarping required.
• Deliver freight accurately and on time while supporting customer service expectations.
• Handle customer product returns when required.
• Manage Proof of Delivery paperwork and customer documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers and report issues promptly.
• Maintain daily safety checklists and complete required DOT inspections.
• Maintain electronic logbooks and complete trip reports.
• Direct customer unloading when required.

Applicant Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• At least 12 months of recent verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years.
• Safe driving record.
• Ability to properly secure loads.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Brief Driver Applicant FAQ

• Will I be home every night? Yes. Drivers operate local routes and return home each night.
• Are weekend hours required? No. The schedule is Monday through Friday with no scheduled weekend hours.
• How is overtime paid? Drivers earn overtime after 8 hours worked in a day.
• Is tarping required? No. Loads are secured using straps only with flatbed and curtain-side trailers.
• What type of equipment is provided? BlueLinx provides newer, well-maintained equipment designed for safety and reliability.

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