CDL-A Local Driver, AM Shift - Home Daily $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus

DSV•Houston, TX

7h•$23 - $29

About The Position

As a DSV Dedicated Local Driver, you are responsible for the safe and timely transport of freight on dedicated local routes. The role includes completing vehicle and equipment inspections, maintaining trip documentation, and coordinating with dispatch, operations, and customer locations to move freight safely and efficiently. Drivers complete approximately 2–3 round trips per day, depending on freight volume, customer needs, and operational requirements. Freight is no-touch and handled through live load/unload and drop-and-hook operations. The position is an AM shift, with drivers home every day. The role requires operating a Class A commercial motor vehicle and complying with DOT Hours of Service regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, DSV safety policies, customer requirements, and facility procedures. Drivers perform inspections, maintain electronic logs and shipping records, monitor equipment, communicate shipment and service updates, report incidents, and keep assigned equipment clean and safe. The work takes place inside a truck cab and outdoors at customer locations, terminals, and on public roadways. Drivers regularly encounter changing weather, diesel fumes, airborne particles, noise, vibration, busy warehouse yards, loading docks, urban delivery environments, traffic congestion, and time-sensitive schedules. The role includes physical freight handling and other physical activities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Valid CDL A license.
At least 2 years of CDL A driving experience within the last 4 years.
At least 1 year of medical certificate and minimum ICC physical qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 391.41.
Meet DOT qualification requirements under FMCSR 391.41.
No positive drug or alcohol test results in the past 5 years.
No accident involving bodily injury within the last 3 years.
No DUI/DWI, reckless driving, or speeding tickets of 12 mph or higher in the past 5 years.
Strong understanding of load securement and freight handling.
Ability to navigate efficiently using GPS and route-planning tools.
Demonstrated customer service skills and professionalism in customer-facing environments.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong commitment to safe driving practices and regulatory compliance.
Dependable attendance and ability to meet scheduled route requirements.
Strong professional communication skills and ability to work independently while maintaining communication with dispatch and operations.
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt to changing freight volumes, traffic, weather, customer requirements, and operational needs.
Strong attention to detail when completing logs, inspections, and transportation documentation.
Ability to use mobile technology, electronic logging devices, and other required transportation systems.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English as required to perform the job safely and comply with applicable regulations.
Ability to perform the position’s physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation, including operating a commercial vehicle and physical freight-handling activities.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of CDL A driving experience.
Experience in local pickup and delivery operations, multi-stop routing, and urban driving environments.
Experience handling high-value or sensitive freight.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle on a dedicated local route.
Complete approximately 2–3 round trips per day, with trip counts varying according to freight volume, customer needs, and operational requirements.
Transport no-touch freight using live load/unload and drop-and-hook operations.
Position and back trailers into docks, yards, and designated loading and unloading areas.
Comply with DOT Hours of Service regulations, FMCSR, and DSV safety policies and procedures.
Perform required pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
Maintain accurate electronic logs, trip records, shipping documents, and other required documentation.
Safely couple and uncouple tractors and trailers, operate landing gear, and open and secure trailer doors.
Monitor equipment condition, fuel as needed, and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
Communicate with dispatch, operations, and customers about shipment status, delays, equipment concerns, and other service issues.
Follow customer and facility safety, security, and operating requirements at pickup and delivery locations.
Participate in DOT-required drug and alcohol testing programs.
Promptly report accidents, incidents, injuries, cargo issues, service delays, and other events in accordance with company procedures.
Maintain assigned equipment in a clean, safe, and professional condition.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Hourly pay of $23.00–$29.00, based on experience.
$5,000 sign-on and retention bonus for eligible new hires, paid according to the bonus program terms.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance.
401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
PTO package including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 floating holidays, and 6 paid holidays per year.
Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options.
$1,000 referral bonus program.
Cell phone allowance.
Paid orientation, including transportation, lodging, and meals.
Home every day.