CDL A Linehaul Driver (Des Moines Run)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking safety-conscious Class A Linehaul Drivers to transfer freight between specified customer and terminal locations in a timely manner. The role operates on a dedicated route from Kansas City, Kansas, to Des Moines, Iowa, and involves hooking up and hauling trailers, completing required documentation, and following government regulations and company procedures. Drivers are home daily and have weekends off.

The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 10 p.m. start. Compensation is a flat rate of $302 per day. The position is based in Kansas City, Kansas, and reports to the Service Center Manager.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL.
• At least 21 years of age.
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• No DUI or DWI in the past 3 years.
• No more than 3 traffic violations in the past 3 years.
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain them.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment.
• Ability to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Ability to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Ability to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations; manually lower and raise landing gear; operate fifth-wheel release levers; lock and release pintle hooks; attach and release safety chains; open and close cargo doors; climb into and out of vehicles; and fuel vehicles and check oil and coolant levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Hook up and haul trailers between customer and terminal locations as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor.
• Ensure shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipments to their delivery points.
• Operate a tractor-trailer combination for extended periods and over long distances.
• Complete paperwork required by government regulations and company procedures and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, supplemental, and life insurance available.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid community volunteer time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan with match.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement renewals are reimbursable.

What This Job Offers

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