CDL Class A Driver (LTL) - Cedar Rapids, IA

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Marion, IA

13d•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is hiring a full-time CDL Class A Driver (LTL) to drive a tractor-trailer combination or straight truck and deliver and pick up palletized freight and large shipments. The position is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Drivers work Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 AM and continuing until the route is complete, with 10–15 hours of overtime expected each week. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Pay is $24.00–$30.75 per hour, based on experience and other stated compensation considerations. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The driver inspects and maintains equipment, completes required paperwork, handles freight and shipment documentation, and provides customer service during deliveries and pickups. The role requires a valid CDL Class A license, the ability to operate a manual transmission, and the ability to meet physical and DOT requirements. Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

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 be able 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 for grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, and walking, with no limits.
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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct a pre-trip inspection to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Submit 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 when necessary and return bills of lading to the office for billing.
Maintain certifications required by the DOT and company safety policies.
Wash the exterior of the tractor and equipment daily.
Assist other drivers with loading, deliveries, or pickups as needed.