Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver -Internal Only
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Line Haul Driver to join their OD Family Culture. As a Line Haul Driver, you will operate various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances, playing a key role in delivering customers' freight with precision and reliability. Drivers typically work a 5-day workweek and are home most nights, offering a strong work-life balance. The position offers an average annual pay of $107,000 and includes a Tuition Reimbursement Program for recent trucking school graduates. The company values individuals who are committed to excellence, safety-focused, and appreciate an open company culture that fosters work-life balance and a dynamic team environment. Line Haul Drivers operate tractor-trailer combinations between customer service centers and customer facilities or work sites outside of the service center’s geographic area, and are responsible for sorting, handling, loading, and/or unloading freight at company and customer locations.
Requirements
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
- Must have 12 months previous tractor trailer driving experience and/or 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 have the ability to perform simple mathematical calculations with mental ability to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
- Must have the ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when required.
- Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and extended periods of time.
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 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 to accommodate freight movements and must be able to be away from home for extended periods of time.
- Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the US Department of Transportation.
- Must satisfactorily pass a drug test.
- Must satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable).
- Must satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Attendance is a requirement.
Responsibilities
- Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Perform pre-trip inspections of vehicles before beginning trip.
- Ensure that products loaded onto the trailer are stable and will not shift during transit and delivery.
- Adjust load securement and load distribution on the truck as needed.
- Operate tablets/phones to record information regarding deliveries and to begin navigation.
- Unsecure freight for delivery and unload freight at drop-off location with a hand truck.
- Sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.
Benefits
- Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
- Vision & Dental
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
- Training and growth opportunities to build a career
- Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
- National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers
- Work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
