Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Line Haul Driver to operate 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 typically has a five-day workweek, with drivers home most nights, although drivers must be available for around-the-clock trips and able to be away from home for extended periods. The posting lists average annual pay of $107,000 and tuition reimbursement for recent trucking school graduates. Drivers are expected to perform assigned duties safely and reliably, including operating within applicable DOT regulations, inspecting vehicles, securing freight, recording delivery information, navigating routes, and unloading freight at delivery locations. The role involves substantial physical activity, including loading and unloading freight, operating vehicle equipment, and working in varied weather, lighting, and noise conditions. Attendance is required. Shift and hours will be determined, and schedules may change with business needs. Old Dominion describes its culture as people-focused and built around teamwork, trust, and opportunity. The posting also notes training and growth opportunities, promotion from within, and national career opportunities at its service centers.
Requirements
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Must have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, be a graduate of a State Certified and Licensed truck driving school acceptable to Old Dominion, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion truck driver training program (ODTDT 8/88).
- Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations and handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
- Must be able to operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
- Must know DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, vehicle inspection and maintenance, and extended periods of time.
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
- Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
- Must be available for around-the-clock trips and able to be away from home for extended periods.
- Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
- Must satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
- Must satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Must meet the physical demands of the role, including driving for up to 11 aggregate hours, handling freight, entering and exiting the vehicle, and performing required vehicle and freight tasks.
- Must meet the attendance requirement.
Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations over long distances between service centers and customer facilities or work sites outside the service center’s geographic area.
- Sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.
- Operate vehicles safely in accordance with DOT regulations for driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
- Meet applicable U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and pass required drug and alcohol tests.
- 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.
- Unsecure freight for delivery and unload it at drop-off locations using a hand truck.
- Be available for around-the-clock trips and extended periods away from home.
- Perform other assigned duties and tasks.
- Install and remove tire chains when required by inclement weather.
- Hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations, operate landing gear and fifth-wheel or pintle-hook equipment, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, fuel vehicles, and check engine oil and coolant levels.
Benefits
- Great health benefits, including a 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
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Promotion-from-within opportunities
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
