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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A

$60k-90k/hrFull-timeOn-site

location_onCampbell Street, Rocky Brook, Hickory Creek Apartments, Shelby, Cleveland County, North Carolina, 28150, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Drivers to join our team and transport freight safely and efficiently across long distances. This role is essential for maintaining our supply chain integrity, ensuring that goods reach their destinations on schedule while adhering to the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

As an OTR driver, you will operate Class A commercial tractor-trailers, navigating multi-state routes with precision and care. Your primary mission is to deliver freight safely, efficiently, and on time, and in full compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies.

Day in the Life

Your day begins with a thorough pre-trip inspection to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. Throughout your journey, you will maintain accurate electronic logs, track your mileage and manage delivery documentation. You are responsible for securing cargo properly to prevent damage or loss during transit.

Communication is key to your success. You will stay in regular contact with dispatch to provide updates on route status, report any delays, and coordinate delivery schedules. If any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues arise, or mechanical problems occur, you will report them promptly to ensure swift resolution.

Why Join Us?

We value our drivers and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and financial future. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off. We also offer consistent home time, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to competitive base pay, drivers can earn additional income through detention pay, layover pay, safety bonuses, and performance incentives. Some employers may also offer unique perks such as rider or pet programs, or pet programs, making the road feel a bit more like home.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Campbell Street, Rocky Brook, Hickory Creek Apartments, Shelby, Cleveland County, North Carolina, 28150, United States

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer for long-distance freight transport
  • check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation
  • check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status and delivery updates
  • check_circleReport accidents, incidents, and mechanical issues promptly
  • check_circleAdhere to DOT regulations and Hours of Service requirements
  • 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

Requirements

  • verifiedClass A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
  • verifiedAbility to operate a 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 freight transport; maintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation; communicate with dispatch regarding route status and delivery updates; and report accidents, incidents, and mechanical issues promptly.
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To qualify for the Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs position, applicants should have: Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A); Ability to operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer; Compliance with DOT regulations; and Adherence to Hours of Service requirements.
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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 Campbell Street, Rocky Brook, Hickory Creek Apartments, Shelby, Cleveland County, North Carolina, 28150, 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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Key skills for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs include class a commercial tractor trailer; electronic logs; hours of service; pre-trip inspections; en-route inspections; post-trip inspections; cargo securing; and dot regulations.
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