Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A
location_onEast Bowman Street, Wooster, Wayne County, Ohio, 44691, United States
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.
OTR drivers are responsible for vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate logs, securing cargo, and communicating with dispatch throughout each trip. You will operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies while transporting freight over long-distance, multi-state routes.
What to Expect
As an OTR driver, you will ensure all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. 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. Following all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards, you will properly secure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit.
Communication is key to this role. You will communicate regularly with dispatch regarding route status, delays, and delivery updates, and promptly report any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues.
Work location
Work model: On-site
East Bowman Street, Wooster, Wayne County, Ohio, 44691, United States
Wooster, Ohio
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_circleEnsure all pickups and deliveries are completed 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