CDL A Drayage Driver (3rd Shift) Position Available In Chatham, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: As a CDL A Drayage Driver for Transportation Jobs in Pooler, GA, you will transport overweight containers from ports to designated locations, hook and unhook containers, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations. This full-time position on the 3rd shift pays between $25.75 to $28.75 per hour, with potential annual earnings ranging from $83,500 to $106,000 depending on experience and bonuses. Requirements include a valid Class A Driver's License, TWIC Card, and at least one year of verifiable driving experience with heavy-duty vehicles. Safety-focused individuals who can handle physical demands are encouraged to apply. Benefits include referral, holiday, and annual bonuses, paid time off, health and dental care, vision care, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and charitable donation matching programs. Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring and surfaces products in North America.
Job Description
CDL A DRAYAGE DRIVER
(3RD SHIFT)
TRANSPORTATION JOBS
Location:
Pooler, GA Summary:
As a CDL A Drayage Driver, you will transport overweight containers from ports to designated locations, navigate port procedures confidently, and return the empty containers. You’ll hook and unhook containers, assist with loading and unloading, and adhering to transportation regulatory compliance.
Work Hours:
Sunday to Thursday from 08:00 PM to 06:30 AM
Seniority Level:
Entry Level
Employment Type:
Full-time Compensation:
This hourly, non-exempt position pays from $25.75 to $28.75 per hour, with overtime compensated at 1.5 times the base rate. New hires usually earn between $83,500 and $106,000 annually, or more, depending on experience, overtime hours, and bonuses.
Responsibilities:
Pull overweight containers from ports, deliver to designated locations, and return empty containers.
Navigate port procedures confidently and efficiently.
Hook and unhook containers to the power unit; assist with loading, unloading, and securing cargo.
Perform local deliveries with multiple stops using flatbed and dry van trailers as needed.
Maintain constant alertness and operate vehicles safely at all times.
Work independently while staying focused and on task.
Adapt to changing conditions while maintaining a customer-centric approach.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Perform additional duties as required.
Requirements:
Valid Class A Driver’s License.
Valid TWIC Card.
One (1) plus year of verifiable driving experience with heavy-duty vehicles. (Truck and container combined weight of 100,000 lbs)
Comfortable with making local deliveries with multiple stops.
Successful completion of a driving test and all DOT pre-employment requirements.
Safety-focused with the ability to maintain a legal and accurate logbook.
Capable of understanding and interpreting bills of lading and picking sheets.
Previous experience using an iPad or tablet preferred. This role has the following physical demands: Generate 137lbs of vertical push/pull force.
Able to lift and transfer 65lbs.
Able to carry at least 30lbs the length of the truck bed.
Able to ascend and descend multiple-rung ladder.
Able to frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch.
Able to work at elevated height of 72″ above the ground while assembling and disassembling strap, ties, ratchets, nuts, bolts, and other securing or fastening equipment.
Able to work at lowered height of 6″ above the ground while assembling and disassembling strap, ties, ratchets, nuts, bolts, and other securing or fastening equipment.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
Benefits:
MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
Annual pay increases
Paid Time Off
Extended Health Care
- Includes Virtual Walk-In Clinic and Paramedicine
Dental Care
Vision Care
Company-paid Life Insurance(Life and AD&D)
Tuition Reimbursement
Charitable donation matching programs
Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.
About MSI:
Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI’s product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents. Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including: Top 5 fastest growing companies
- OC Business Journal
Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
#1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young
