Local City Driver

Saia LTL Freight; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) with company match

Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight is hiring a professional driver to move freight between company terminals and customer sites within a defined region. You will ensure on-time deliveries, proper handling, and cost efficiency while adhering to safety procedures.

The role offers competitive pay ($33.75–$38.50/hr) with benefits including health, dental, life, disability, 401(k) with match, holiday pay, and paid time off. Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Class A 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.
• 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.

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 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.

Skills

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. Commitment to people, customers, and community. Support from leadership and team. Opportunities for learning, advancement, competitive compensation, and great benefits.

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.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $33.75 - 38.50 per hour, based on experience. Pay Range: 33.75-38.50 per hour.

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 in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including understanding instructions, regulations, 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.