CDL Class A Driver (LTL)

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Mountain Iron, MN

12d

About The Position

The CDL Class A Driver (LTL) drives a tractor-trailer combination or straight truck to deliver and pick up palletized freight and/or large shipments. The role includes route work Monday through Friday, beginning at 7:30 AM and continuing until route completion. The job expects 10–15 hours of overtime each week, paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Pay is $24.00–$30.75 per hour, based on experience, with starting pay determined by relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for CDL Class-A drivers. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery. The company is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, and employs over 1,800 people company-wide. This is a full-time, nonexempt position. Drivers perform vehicle inspections and required paperwork, deliver and pick up freight, maintain required certifications, clean equipment, and assist other drivers as needed. The role requires the ability to operate a manual transmission, meet DOT physical requirements, and handle freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license and have a good driving record that meets company standards.
Be able to operate a manual transmission.
Possess or have the ability to obtain a doubles/triples endorsement.
Have good customer service and organizational skills.
Be able to work independently and make quick decisions.
Be able to pass a DOT physical.
Be able to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Have full range of motion without limits on grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, or walking.
Be able to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct a pre-trip inspection to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Turn in the pre-trip form and complete mileage and maintenance forms.
Deliver palletized freight to customers in a timely manner and pick up freight from shippers.
Verify that all load-related documentation is complete and accurate.
Collect payment for shipments as necessary and return bills of lading to the office for billing.
Maintain all certifications required by the DOT and company safety policies.
Wash the exterior of the tractor and equipment daily.
Assist other drivers with loading, delivery, or pickup as needed.