CDL Class A Driver (LTL) - Sioux Falls, SD

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Sioux Falls, SD

7d•$24 - $31•Onsite

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 position is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until the route is complete. An estimated 10–15 hours of overtime are expected each week, paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Pay is $24.00–$30.75 per hour, based on experience. The driver conducts vehicle inspections and maintains required documentation, delivers freight and picks up shipments, verifies load-related paperwork, and maintains DOT certifications and compliance with company safety policies. The role also includes daily exterior washing of the tractor and equipment and assisting other drivers as needed. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid CDL Class A license and have a driving record meeting company standards. They must be able to pass a DOT physical, pre-employment drug screening, and criminal background check. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

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 a full range of motion for grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, and walking.
Be able to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

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 all certifications required by the DOT and comply with company safety policies.
Wash the exterior of the tractor and equipment daily.
Assist other drivers with loading, deliveries, or pickups as needed.