Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A
location_onConvenientMD Urgent Care, 950, Main Street, Westbrook, Cumberland County, Maine, 04092, United States
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 position involves multi-state routes, requiring extended time on the road and strict adherence to safety regulations. As an OTR driver, you play a critical role in ensuring that goods reach their destinations on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Day in the Life
Your day begins with thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. Throughout your journey, you will maintain accurate electronic logs, mileage records, and delivery documentation. You are responsible for properly securing cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit and following all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards.
Communication is key in this role. You will interact regularly with dispatch to provide updates on route status, report any delays, and confirm delivery schedules. Promptly reporting any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues is essential to maintaining operational efficiency. Your goal is to ensure all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Why Drive With Us
We offer competitive compensation structured as cents per mile (CPM), percentage of load, or guaranteed weekly pay. Depending on your experience, mileage, and route type, average annual earnings range from $60,000 to $90,000+. Additionally, drivers may receive extra earnings through detention pay, layover pay, safety bonuses, and performance incentives.
We value our drivers and provide comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and financial future. These include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and consistent home time. Some employers also offer additional perks such as rider or pet programs, recognizing the importance of family and companionship during long hauls.
Work location
Work model: On-site
ConvenientMD Urgent Care, 950, Main Street, Westbrook, Cumberland County, Maine, 04092, United States
Westbrook, Maine
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes
- check_circlePerform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections
- check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation
- check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status and delays
- check_circleReport accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues promptly
- check_circleComplete pickups and deliveries safely and on schedule
- check_circleSecure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit
Requirements
- verifiedAbility to operate Class A commercial tractor-trailer
- verifiedCompliance with DOT regulations
- verifiedAdherence to Hours of Service requirements