Truck Driver

Dot Foods; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking transportation company as a Class A CDL driver, where you will enjoy flexibility and work-life balance. This role involves safely transporting products from suppliers to customers, adhering to safety regulations, and contributing to a culture of safety and efficiency. With a strong commitment to driver care and zero layoffs in its history, this innovative firm offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and significant advancement opportunities. If you're looking for a rewarding driving career with a company that values its employees, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Profit-sharing

Bonuses for successful performance

Significant advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class A CDL and a good motor vehicle report.
• Ability to pass a physical ability test and safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate DTI equipment to transport products.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements for transportation.

Skills

Class A CDL

Safety-first mindset

Ability to read and comprehend English

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Location: Dyersburg, TN

Pay: Starting pay up to $88K depending on experience and job type.

Schedule Available:

• Traditional (typically dispatched 2-5+ days per trip)
• 6x3 (6 days on 3 days off)
• 4x4-touch freight only with this schedule (4 days on 4 days off)
• Team driver

Job Type(s) Available: Customer Delivery Specialist, No-Touch Freight.

Environment: Work in all weather conditions and on weekdays, weekends, days, and nights.

About the Role: As a professional Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) Class A CDL driver, you will pick up product from Dot Foods suppliers and transport it to our customers and distribution centers. DTI prioritizes flexibility, work-life balance, and ensures safety with our top-of-the-line trucks and training.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Safely and efficiently operate DTI equipment to transport product.
• Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements set by the Department of Transportation, FMCSA, and any other governing body.
• For all jobs except no-touch freight, load and unload dry and temperature-controlled goods.
• Meet established company goals, including managing MPG, fuel purchases, idle time, and speed.
• Read and understand DTI load paperwork and product descriptions.
• Identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Regular physical activity required for all jobs except no-touch freight; must be able to safely lift an average of 14 pounds and up to 60 pounds.
• Includes sitting, walking, or standing during work hours.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) is the exclusive transportation affiliate of Dot Foods, North America's largest food industry redistributor. Our fleet consists of more than 1,500 trucks, all maintained by our own team of trained mechanics. We prioritize caring for our drivers and have had zero layoffs in our company's history.

WHAT DTI CAN OFFER YOU

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance.
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing.
• Significant advancement opportunities.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Class A CDL and a good motor vehicle report or ability to obtain a Class A CDL (we help cover driving school tuition for new drivers).
• Haz-Mat and tanker endorsements (can be obtained during training).
• Medical examiner certificate from a company-approved examiner.
• Ability to pass our physical ability test (PAT).
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend the English language.
• Safety-first mindset.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Six months of over-the-road experience or graduate of an approved truck driver training school.
• High school diploma or GED.

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers and promotes safe behaviors in line with safety programs and policies.

EOE/AA Employer: DTI believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on protected classes.

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