Truck Driver Nashville, TN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Extensive benefits including medical and dental

Profit-sharing

Job summary

A leading transportation firm is hiring a Customer Delivery Specialist in Nashville, TN. The role involves safely operating DTI equipment to transport products, compliant with regulatory standards, and requires a Class A CDL. Benefits include competitive pay up to $92K depending on experience, extensive medical benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Must be able to lift heavy loads and work in various conditions, including weekends and nights.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A CDL and good motor vehicle report or ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
• Haz-Mat and tanker endorsements can be obtained during training.
• Must pass the physical ability test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate DTI equipment for transporting products.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Load and unload dry and temperature-controlled goods.

Skills

Class A CDL

Good motor vehicle report

Ability to read and comprehend English

Haz-Mat and tanker endorsements

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Location: Nashville, TN - Hiring immediately
Address to terminal location: 223 Three Industrial Rd, Smyrna, TN 37167
Home DC: Manchester, TN

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

Schedule Available: Traditional (typically dispatched 2-5 days per trip, and home on average 2 days per week), Part-Time

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

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

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, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and any 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 except no‑touch freight; must be able to safely lift on average 14 pounds and at most around 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. As we've grown, we haven't lost sight of caring for our best‑in‑class drivers. We've had zero layoffs in our company's history and continue to make our benefits more competitive.

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.

Job Requirements

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 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, exercising and promoting safe behaviours and showing 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, colour, 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.