Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a safety-focused Line Haul Driver to operate various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances between customer service centers and customer facilities or work sites outside a service center’s geographic area. Drivers sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. The role involves recording delivery information and using navigation on a tablet or phone, as well as securing and distributing freight to ensure it is stable during transit. Drivers typically work a five-day workweek and are home most nights, but must be available for around-the-clock trips and may be away from home for extended periods. The posting lists all days of the week as possible working days and an overnight shift; days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The stated compensation range is $21.45–$40.25, with mileage rates of 0.6963–0.9914 depending on the assigned route. The posting also cites average annual pay of $107,000. This is a full-time position. Old Dominion offers health benefits, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and training and career-growth opportunities. The role requires compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, medical standards, testing, and Old Dominion’s orientation and training requirements.
Requirements
- Read, write, and speak English.
- Have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, or be a graduate of a State Certified and Licensed truck driving school acceptable to Old Dominion, or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion truck driver training program (ODTDT 8/88).
- Perform simple mathematical calculations and handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
- Properly operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
- Know DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and extended periods of time.
- Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
- Have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
- Be available for around-the-clock trips and be able to be away from home for extended periods.
- Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
- Satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
- Satisfactorily pass orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Meet the physical demands of the position, including prolonged driving, freight handling, vehicle climbing, and installing and removing tire chains when required.
- Meet attendance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely over long distances and comply with DOT regulations governing driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections.
- Ensure freight is stable and will not shift during transit; adjust load securement and distribution as needed.
- Use tablets or phones to record delivery information and begin navigation.
- Sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.
- Unsecure freight and unload it at delivery locations using a hand truck.
- Remain available for around-the-clock trips and be able to stay away from home for extended periods.
- Complete assigned duties and tasks, including duties that may be added by management.
Benefits
- Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
- Vision and dental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life insurance
- Wellness program
- 12 days of paid time off
- 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Opportunities to advance through a promote-from-within philosophy
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers
- Bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
