Truck Driver Cleveland, OH

Dot Foods Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 82,800 - 101,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Extensive medical and dental benefits

401k and profit-sharing

Job summary

Dot Foods Inc. is hiring for a Customer Delivery Specialist in Cleveland, OH. This role involves operating DTI equipment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including bonuses, extensive benefits, and significant advancement opportunities. Applicants must have a Class A CDL, a good motor vehicle report, and a safety-first mindset.

Join us for a fulfilling career with great work-life balance!

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL and a good motor vehicle report or ability to obtain one.
• Haz-Mat and tanker endorsements can be obtained during training.
• Medical examiner certificate required from a company-approved examiner.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate DTI equipment to transport products.
• Comply with regulations set by governing bodies.
• Load and unload dry and temperature-controlled goods for applicable jobs.

Skills

Class A CDL

Safety mindset

Ability to read and comprehend English

Physical ability to lift

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Cleveland, OH - Hiring immediately

Pay: Starting pay up to $92K depending on experience and job type. (See pay options.)

Schedule Available: Traditional (typically dispatched 5.5 days per week), 6X3 (6 days on 3 days off), team, full-time.

Job Type(s) Available: Customer Delivery Specialist, No Touch Freight Driver and Team Driver (Learn more).

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

Age Requirement: Must be 21 years or older.

About the role: You love the open road. You’d rather see spectacular sunrises through your windshield than work in an office. As a professional DTI Class A CDL driver, you can receive the respect you deserve while living your dream. You’ll pick up product from Dot Foods suppliers and transport product to our customers and distribution centers.

DTI understands what’s important to you. We prioritize flexibility and work‑life balance and pay you for every part of your job. You’ll stay safe 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 and packaging descriptions.
• Identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

Role Specifics

• Regular physical activity required for all jobs; must be able to safely lift on average 14 pounds and at the most around 60 pounds.
• Includes sitting, walking, or standing during work hours.

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. As we’ve grown, we haven’t lost sight of caring for our best‑in‑class drivers. We have had zero layoffs in our company’s history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.

What DTI Can Offer You

As a family‑owned and ‑operated company, DTI has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

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

Job Requirements

You Must Have

• Class A CDL and a good motor vehicle report or ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
• 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 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 for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: DTI believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. DTI will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.