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.
Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one - from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity - from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about. Position Summary Operates various tractor trailer combinations over long distances to deliver freight in a safe, claims-free, and cost-efficient manner. Major Tasks and Responsibilities Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight between company terminals, customer facilities, or meeting points. Travels regionally and cross-regionally while pulling single, double, or triple trailers. Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures. Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures. Hooks, unhooks, and assesses equipment in compliance with Department of Transportation guidelines. Retains and maintains records, logs, forms, and load-related paperwork.
Pay Rate:
$0.774-$0.866 per mile. Benefits At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed. Make Your Move At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further. Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications Class A commercial driver's license with hazmat, tanker and twin trailer endorsements Must be 21 years of age or older Authorized to work in the United States 1+ years of verifiable tractor trailer driving experience. No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations within the past 3 years No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within the last 6 months Must be able to read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job Willingness to work long hauls and overnight hours. Prior experience hooking and unhooking trailers, handling dollies, and making and breaking trailer sets Must be willing to drive nights Leaving terminal at 8:30pm driving to Portland, OR to hostle trailers for 4 hours then return to Bend.
Wage Range:
0.77 - 0.86 per mile
General Description of Benefits:
Competitive salary with bonus potential Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision Dental Insurance Free Life Insurance Free Short-term Disability 401(k) with immediate vesting & company match Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days Employee Stock Purchase plan
