Straight Truck Driver

Saia LTL Freight; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,128 - 41,190; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Free Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation days

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Salt Lake City, Utah, is looking for reliable straight truck delivery drivers to join their team. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $25.50 to $29.90 per hour based on experience. Candidates will be responsible for operating 26' straight trucks, loading and unloading freight, and providing excellent customer service.

Requirements include a valid driver's license, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under various weather conditions. The position also includes comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license issued by the state of legal residence.
• Able to lift and move heavy packages and boxes.
• Some driving experience within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight at delivery locations.
• Deliver a full route, with tasks typically executed in 8+ hour days.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Two-wheeler

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking reliable drivers with a great driving record and a passion for customer service to join the LinkEx final mile delivery team. Our Straight Truck Delivery Drivers operate 26' straight trucks within the geographic service area, driving between company and customer delivery sites. These drivers sort, handle, load, and unload freight at various commercial and residential locations.

This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits. Please note that a commercial driver's license is not required for this position.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license issued by the state of legal residence
• Successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• Able to lift and move heavy packages and boxes
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and customer service skills

Driver Safety Requirements

1. Minimum Safety Qualifications Standards for Applicants for Driving Positions
2. No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations in any vehicle within three (3) years of the date of application.
3. No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within a six (6) month period immediately preceding the date of application.
4. No more than 2 moving violations and 1 chargeable accident within three (3) years of the date of application. A moving violation received in conjunction with an accident will be considered a chargeable accident, not a chargeable accident and a moving violation.
5. Applicant must have some driving experience within the last 2 years.

Eligible candidates must:

• Be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, and law enforcement officials.
• Be comfortable working in inclement weather, making frequent delivery stops (10 or more per shift).
• Be capable of operating liftgate, pallet jack, two-wheeler, forklift, and similar freight handling tools.
• Expect to:
  • Work 8+ hour days, typically Monday-Friday, between 5:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
  • Perform unloading and loading tasks at the company facility.
  • Deliver a full route, which may be planned up to 10 hours, but possibly completed in less.

Salary & Benefits

$25.50 - $29.90 Per Hour, Based On Experience

• Pay Range: 25.50-29.90 per_hour
• 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