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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A

$60k-90k/hr•Full-timeOn-site

location_onWest 9 Mile Road, Ferndale, Oakland County, Michigan, 48220, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

Truck Driving Companies are hiring an Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver to transport freight safely and efficiently across long distances, including multi-state routes near you. This position requires extended time on the road, strict adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to meet scheduled delivery deadlines.

Day in the Life

As an OTR driver, you will operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies. You will perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance, and maintain accurate electronic logs, mileage records, and delivery documentation.

You will follow all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards, while properly securing cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit. Communication regularly with dispatch regarding route status, delays, and delivery updates, and promptly report any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues. Ensure all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Work location

Work model: On-site

West 9 Mile Road, Ferndale, Oakland County, Michigan, 48220, United States

Ferndale, Michigan

Open in Google Maps(42.46060, -83.13460)

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer for long-distance multi-state routes
  • check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and mileage records
  • check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status and delivery updates
  • check_circleReport accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues
  • check_circlePerform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle, and post-trip safety inspections
  • check_circleSecure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit
  • check_circleEnsure timely and safe completion of pickups and deliveries

Requirements

  • verifiedAbility to operate Class A commercial tractor-trailer
  • verifiedCompliance with DOT regulations
  • verifiedAdherence to Hours of Service requirements

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleRider or pet programs

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In this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs role, you will operate class a commercial tractor-trailer for long-distance multi-state routes; maintain accurate electronic logs and mileage records; communicate with dispatch regarding route status and delivery updates; and report accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues.
What are the requirements for this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A role?expand_more
Trucker Jobs is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Ability to operate Class A commercial tractor-trailer; Compliance with DOT regulations; and Adherence to Hours of Service requirements.
What is the salary range for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is $60k-90k/hr.
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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is based in West 9 Mile Road, Ferndale, Oakland County, Michigan, 48220, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Trucker Jobs has listed this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A role as on-site.
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Candidates for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs should have mid level.
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Key skills for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs include dot regulations; and hours of service.
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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is part of the Logistics & Warehouse job category on Recrutus.