Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line•Amarillo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Line Haul Driver to join their OD Family Culture. The company prides itself on an open culture, work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment, striving to be the best in the industry through its people and family spirit. As a Line Haul Driver, the role involves operating various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances to deliver 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. 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 read, write speak English, and 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.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.
Perform pre-trip inspections of vehicles before beginning trip.
Ensuring that products loaded onto trailer are stable and will not shift during transit and delivery.
As needed, the driver will be responsible for adjusting load securement and load distribution on the truck.
Operates tablets/phones to record information regarding deliveries and to begin navigation.
Unsecure freight for delivery and unloads freight at drop-off location with a hand truck.
Available for around the clock shifts to accommodate freight movements and must be able to be away from home for extended periods of time.
Perform all duties and tasks as assigned.

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
We prioritize our OD family of employees
Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers