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Class A CDL Transportation Driver - Home Daily
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$46,870 / year median in Illinois
-20% projected decline
Job Description
Mileage rate is $0.84 per mile Stable and growing organization Full-Time pay beginning at $.84/mile for Transportation/Linehaul Drivers (Average $2,300/week) No doubles Work-life balance Quality hours Friendly & Positive culture New equipment Clean facilities Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc. Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days 401(k) plan, Company match Transportation Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers . Perform pre and post trip inspections on tractor/trailer Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle Interact and converse with internal customers Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed Be available for irregular work schedules, extended trips away from domiciled Service Center, alternating work shifts and/or assignments Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines At least 23 years of age At least 2 years of commercial driving experience Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in the past 3 years Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years Basic math skills Fluent in English Legally eligible to work in the United States Able to pass a drug screen