CDL A Houston Company Driver (JD3)

Universal Logistics Holdings • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Universal Logistics is hiring a Company Driver in Houston, Texas, to transport goods using commercial trucks. The role is based at the terminal at 7800 Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77016. Drivers are paid 31% of line haul, with gross pay up to $275 per day. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with start times between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., and 50–60 hours per week. Work is consistent year-round, and drivers are home daily. Freight is light touch. Benefits become effective after 90 days. Applicants must complete the Intelli-App in 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 in compliance 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 about 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.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective after 90 days.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time, effective after 90 days.
• 401(k), effective after 90 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed