Local City Driver

Saia; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 43,325 - 49,318; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Santa Maria, California, is looking for a Commercial Truck Driver. The role involves driving freight between terminals and customer locations, ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates must have a valid CDL and at least one year of driving experience. The position offers $31.45 - $35.80 per hour based on experience, along with benefits including health insurance and a 401(k). The job requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate various work conditions, including potential nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Need to maintain no license suspensions or DUIs for the past 3 years.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.
• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight at various locations.
• Plan routes and schedules for timely deliveries.
• Follow pre‑trip and post‑trip inspection procedures.

Skills

Verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with hazmat and tanker endorsements

Tools

Electronic logging devices

Job description

Job Description

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

$31.45 - 35.80 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

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 but not limited to: converse with co‑workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; understand highway traffic signs and signals; and accurately review and complete various shipping documents, reports and records required of the position.

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.

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.