Tractor Trailer Driver - CDL A

28Freight; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

28Freight seeks a skilled Tractor Trailer Driver to join our team in Massachusetts. The role requires experience with tractor-trailer units and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency.

Typical hours are M-F from 6:00am to 6:00pm with staggered shifts, supporting on-time deliveries across designated routes. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, proper logging, route planning, and maintaining high customer service standards at delivery sites.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license with a clean driving record.
• Follow TSA chain of custody protocols and protect freight at all times.
• Comply with DOT, TSA, and company safety policies.
• Experience in truck driving, especially tractor-trailers.
• Experience driving routes with on-time deliveries.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Actively use dispatch and tracking app to receive assignments and provide real-time visibility.
• Excellent communication with team and clients.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer vehicles and other trucks as required.
• Load and unload freight safely and efficiently with proper handling.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety and compliance.
• Maintain logs of driving hours, routes, and deliveries.
• Follow traffic laws and company policies while on the road.
• Communicate with dispatchers about schedules and issues.
• Assist in route planning to improve efficiency and reduce delays.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service at delivery and pick-up sites.

Skills

CDL-A license

Clean driving record

Truck driving experience

TSA/DOT compliance

Communication skills

Dispatch app usage

Tools

Dispatch system

Job description

Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Tractor Trailer Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial driving, particularly with tractor-trailer units, and possess a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. This role involves transporting freight across designated routes while ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to all regulations. M-F between 6:00am - 6:00pm with staggered shifts.

Duties

• Operate tractor-trailer vehicles, including manual transmission, and other types of trucks as required.
• Load and unload freight safely and efficiently, ensuring proper handling of goods.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, routes taken, and delivery details.
• Follow all traffic laws and company policies while on the road.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and any issues encountered during transport.
• Assist in route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and minimize delays.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service at delivery and pick-up sites

Requirements

• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL-A) with a clean driving record.
• Follow TSA Chain of Custody protocols and ensure freight is protected at all times.
• Comply with all DOT, TSA, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in truck driving, particularly with tractor-trailers.
• Experience in route driving with a focus on timely deliveries is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
• Drivers are expected to actively use dispatch and tracking app throughout each shift to receive assignments, confirm deliveries, and provide real-time visibility to operations
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members and clients.

TSA & Security Requirements

• Must pass and maintain a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment (STA).
• Must adhere to all TSA cargo security regulations and company chain-of-custody procedures.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening may be required.

Work Authorization Notice:

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition of employment. We are unable to provide sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position. Candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the U.S. will not be considered.

28Freight is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance