CDL A Houston Company Driver (7701JR)

Universal Logistics Holdings•Houston, TX

3d•$275•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Logistics is hiring a Class A CDL company driver based at its terminal at 7800 Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77016. This role offers consistent, year-round work transporting goods to assigned destinations, with home-daily routes and light-touch freight. Drivers are paid 31% of the line haul, with gross earnings of up to $275 per day. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with start times between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.; the posting states 50–60 hours per week. Benefits begin after 90 days and include Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid holidays, vacation and personal time, and a 401(k). Applicants must complete the Intelli-App through Tenstreet to be considered.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Class A CDL.
At least 6 months of verifiable experience in the last year.
Clean driving record with a proven safe-driving history.
No DUI/OWI in the last 5 years.
No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years.
No more than 2 preventable accidents in the last 3 years.

Nice To Haves

Prior rail experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate commercial trucks safely and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance issues.
Load and unload cargo as needed and ensure loads are properly secured.
Transport goods to assigned destinations within scheduled timeframes.
Maintain electronic or paper logs of working hours, driving hours, and rest periods in compliance with DOT requirements.
Communicate with dispatch regarding delays, incidents, or route changes.
Complete delivery documentation accurately, including bills of lading and delivery receipts.
Follow planned routes and adjust for traffic or weather conditions.
Provide excellent customer service at delivery sites.
Keep equipment clean and report necessary repairs.