Truck Driver

True North Equipment; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Company Match

Paid Time Off

Training and ongoing education

Job summary

A regional transportation company is seeking a dependable Class A CDL Driver to transport large agricultural equipment across North Dakota and Minnesota. This role offers local routes, consistent hours, and the ability to be home daily. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and at least 3 years of CDL experience. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and a stable work environment throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with a current medical card is required.
• Must have 3+ years of CDL driving experience, preferably with equipment hauling.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and safe driving practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Transport equipment safely to/from customers and between dealership locations.
• Operate a semi with a detachable trailer.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Class A CDL

Clean driving record

CDL driving experience

Operating a forklift

Understanding of DOT regulations

Job description

Overview

True North Equipment is looking for a dependable Class A CDL Driver to transport Large Ag Equipment between our dealership locations and customers across North Dakota and Minnesota. This role offers consistent hours, local routes, and the ability to be home every day. True North Equipment has been serving customers since 1949, with 10 locations and over 200 employees across the Red River Valley. True to our Values…Driven by You!

Why Join True North Equipment?

• Home daily – no overnight travel required
• Stable, year-round work across our TNE locations
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership

What You’ll Do

• Safely transport equipment to/from customers and between dealership locations with and without pilot car assistance
• Operate a semi with a detachable trailer (other support vehicles as needed)
• Load, unload, and properly secure equipment (chaining, tie-downs, etc.)
• Complete daily DOT inspections and ensure compliance with all regulations
• Maintain accurate delivery records, mileage logs, and required documentation
• Support the Service and Sales teams with timely deliveries and pickups
• Provide basic equipment operation guidance to customers when needed
• Maintain assigned truck and equipment in clean, safe working condition

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Class A CDL with current medical card
• Clean driving record and ability to meet company driving standards
• 3+ years of CDL driving experience (equipment hauling preferred)
• Experience loading/unloading heavy equipment and securing loads
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safe driving practices
• Familiarity with hauling oversized loads and permitting requirements to align
• Ability to work independently and represent TNE professionally
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. as needed
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends during peak seasons
• Must comply with all DOT and FMCSA regulations

Work Schedule

• Off-season: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• In-season: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM & Rotational Saturdays: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Additional overtime may be needed during peak seasons

Total Rewards Package

• Pay: $22–$30+/hour depending on experience
• Health Insurance: 100% single premium paid; 75% family coverage
• Dental & Vision: 50% premium paid
• Disability & Life Insurance: 100% premium paid
• 401(k): Company match
• PTO: Starts accruing on your first day
• Paid Holidays: 7 holidays + additional special days
• Training: On-the-job and ongoing education
• Volunteer Time Off & Parental Leave or Paid Family Medical Leave
• And more!

Effective January 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires employers to conduct a pre-employment verification full query against the newly established License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse prior to beginning employment in a position that requires a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). Candidates seeking employment in a position that requires a commercial motor vehicle license must voluntarily enter their information into the FMCSA and must provide disclosure authorization, at the time of offer, to True North Equipment or an authorized third-party agent of True North Equipment to verify information.

All hires must pass a pre-employment background check and DOT drug/alcohol screening, and be queried in the FMCSA clearinghouse

True North Equipment is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. True North Equipment will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.