SEASONAL CLASS A CDL HARVEST DRIVER $1.00/MILE LOADED & EMPTY

Atlantic Pacific Inc; Constantine (MI); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per mile pay

Weekly statements

Reimbursement for travel

Layover pay

Newer tractors

Harvest opportunities

Job summary

Atlantic Pacific Inc. is hiring 10+ experienced Class A CDL drivers for a 2026 corn-harvest transportation assignment supporting a major agricultural customer. This full-time seasonal role lasts about 6-8 weeks with staggered start dates from Aug 15 to early Sept, ending mid- to late Oct.

Routes run Plymouth, IN to Worthington, IN and back using 2023+ tractors. Onboard in Des Plaines, IL with safety orientation; DOT drug test required and negative.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and DOT medical certification.
• At least five years of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience.
• Must meet MVR and PSP standards per insurer requirements.
• Must pass FMCSA Clearinghouse checks and driver-qualification checks.
• Pre-employment DOT drug test with negative result is required.
• Complete safety training and orientation in Des Plaines, IL.
• Comply with FMCSA, ELD, PPE requirements and customer site rules.
• Professional, respectful communication with staff and customers.
• Commit to the full 6-8 week harvest period.
• Previous corn-harvest or agricultural-hauling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate dedicated roundtrip Plymouth, IN to Worthington, IN and back.
• Complete one assigned roundtrip per scheduled workday.
• Remain available for full harvest period and adjust to schedule changes.
• Tractors are provided with sleeper cabs and various brands.
• Onboard with safety orientation in Des Plaines, IL and DOT drug testing.
• Get paid for initial trailer pickup and final trailer return moves.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT medical

Five years experience

MVR checks

PSP checks

FMCSA compliance

Safety training

Communication

Harvest commitment

Corn harvest experience

Job description

Atlantic Pacific Inc. is hiring 10 or more experienced Class A CDL drivers for our 2026 corn-harvest transportation assignment supporting a major agricultural customer.

This is a full-time seasonal company-driver position expected to last approximately 6-8 weeks. Driver start dates will be staggered from August 15 through early September, with the assignment expected to end in mid- to late October. Harvest timing depends on crop readiness, field conditions and weather, so exact dates may change.

Tasks

THE ASSIGNMENT

Dedicated roundtrip: Plymouth, IN to Worthington, IN and return. Drivers are expected to complete one assigned roundtrip per scheduled workday, subject to lawful Hours of Service, safe operating conditions, weather, equipment condition and customer delays. Drivers must be prepared to remain assigned for the full harvest period and stay flexible as operating days and times may change.

Tractors are picked up and returned in Burr Ridge, IL. Trailers are picked up at the beginning and returned at the end of the assignment in Mediapolis, IA. Exact locations and movement instructions are provided after screening. Approved miles associated with the initial trailer pickup and final trailer return are paid at $0.50 per mile under the written offer.

EQUIPMENT

Atlantic Pacific provides 2023 or newer automatic tractors with sleeper cabs. Assigned brands may include Kenworth, Freightliner, Mack or Volvo. Aulick belt floor with integrated PTO trailers.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical certification
• At least five years of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience
• Must meet Atlantic Pacific and its insurers written MVR and PSP standards
• Must authorize required driver-qualification, employment-history and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks
• Employment contingent on a company-arranged DOT pre-employment drug test with a verified negative result
• Must complete required safety training and orientation in Des Plaines, IL
• Able to comply with all FMCSA, ELD, customer-site and PPE requirements
• Professional, respectful communication with Atlantic Pacific staff, customer personnel and loading/unloading teams
• Able to commit to the entire assigned 6-8 week harvest period
• Previous corn-harvest, agricultural-hauling or bulk/live-floor trailer experience is preferred.

PPE AND SITE SAFETY

Required PPE at customer locations includes a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, long-sleeve shirt and long pants, plus any additional site-required PPE. [Confirm high-visibility vest and safety-toe footwear, and state what Atlantic Pacific supplies.] Site safety rules are mandatory.

ONBOARDING AND TRAVEL

Selected drivers complete company safety orientation in Des Plaines, IL. Atlantic Pacific arranges the DOT drug test through an approved collection site; out-of-state appointments may be available. Eligible out-of-area hires may receive up to $500 reimbursement of approved transportation expenses to and from the Burr Ridge equipment location under the written reimbursement policy.

PAY AND POSITION STATUS

This is a seasonal W-2 company-driver position. Statements are sent Wednesday and payment is initiated Thursday; bank posting time may vary. Actual gross earnings depend on approved paid miles, completed dispatches, weather, customer operations and lawful Hours of Service. Mileage and earnings shown are estimates, not guarantees. [Add the paid orientation rate and a general description of health, PTO, retirement and other seasonal benefits—or state that they are not offered.]

COMMITMENT AND CONDUCT

We are looking for dependable drivers who can complete the full assignment. If an early departure becomes unavoidable, Atlantic Pacific requests 14 days' notice whenever practicable. The role is seasonal and at-will. Serious safety violations, negligence, policy violations or unprofessional conduct may result in immediate removal from the assignment.

Benefits

WHY EXPERIENCED DRIVERS WILL LIKE THIS ASSIGNMENT

• $1.00 per approved route mile, loaded and empty
• Approximately 400 paid miles and approximately $400 gross per completed roundtrip
• $0.50 per approved mile for initial trailer pickup and final trailer return movements
• $200 qualifying layover when dispatched but unable to complete the run for reasons outside the drivers and carriers control
• Weekly statements issued Wednesday; payment initiated Thursday
• 2023 or newer automatic sleeper tractors
• Up to $500 in approved transportation-cost reimbursement for eligible out-of-area hires
• Potential post-harvest opportunities for top performers; continued work is not guaranteed

Atlantic Pacific Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees as required by law. Drivers are employed solely by Atlantic Pacific Inc., not by the agricultural customer.