Owner Operator CDL Class A Truck Driver

Arrowsone; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a veteran-owned trucking company that has been a trusted name in heavy-haul and oversized loads since 1960. As an owner operator CDL Class A truck driver, you will be responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle and maintaining high standards of professionalism. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment where your skills and work ethic are valued. If you have a passion for trucking and meet the qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to drive your career forward with a company dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
• Current CDL and DOT physical required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer truck and maintain logs.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and perform maintenance.

Skills

Truck Operation

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Maintenance Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Samsara ELD Software

Job description

Arrow Specialized Carriers, Inc. is a Veteran owned business that has been in business since 1960 and is dedicated to the trucking world in moving freight focusing on heavy-haul and oversized loads. We serve areas of Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana with our professional drivers and personnel out of Kenosha WI center.

We are seeking owner operator CDL class A truck drivers in the Wisconsin and Illinois area to join our Arrow Group! You are responsible for maintaining your own truck maintenance unless communicated otherwise and are responsible for safely operating the dump truck under FMCSA and DOT guidelines. Because you will be an Arrow Group owner operator you will be held to the highest standards any professional truck driver needs to be at, and we pride ourselves on great work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer truck in the yard and road
• Properly track and document activity log with Samsara or other ELD software for invoice billing
• Properly communicate daily and report any issues or incidents to dispatch
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on your vehicle with appropriate documentation in compliance with DOT guidelines
• Perform servicing and maintenance of equipment on your own, unless directed otherwise
• Be on call and available during down time, and have a strong work ethic
• Obey all FMCSA, DOT and company policies and regulations

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Current and valid commercial driver's license with or without endorsements
• Current DOT physical and pass a drug screen
• Pass a criminal background check
• MVR must meet company and DOT standards
• Ability to handle physical workload

Preferred

• Previous 2-year experience with dump trucks, related field or tractor/trailer
• Rail yard and tanker experience and knowledge