Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line•Bismarck, ND

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Line Haul Driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations over long distances between customer service centers and customer facilities or work sites outside the service center’s geographic area. Drivers also sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. The role includes operating safely under applicable DOT regulations, inspecting vehicles and securing freight, and recording delivery information and navigating using a tablet or phone. Drivers typically work a five-day workweek and are home most nights, although they must be available for around-the-clock trips and may be away from home for extended periods. The posting lists average annual pay of $107,000 and tuition reimbursement for recent trucking school graduates. This full-time position requires the ability to meet DOT medical standards, pass required drug and alcohol tests, and satisfactorily complete orientation and training with a qualified Old Dominion driver trainer. The work involves extended periods of driving as well as frequent freight handling, vehicle entry and exit, inspections, and exposure to varied weather, lighting, noise, and work settings.

Requirements

Read, write, and speak English; perform simple mathematical calculations; handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
Have at least 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).
Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous-material endorsements.
Properly operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
Know DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and extended periods of operation.
Have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
Be available for around-the-clock trips and 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 the orientation/training program provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including extended driving, freight handling, vehicle inspections, climbing in and out of the cab, and installing or removing tire chains when required.
Meet attendance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from trucking school is supported by a tuition reimbursement program for recent graduates.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailer combinations over long distances between service centers and customer locations outside the service center’s geographic area.
Sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.
Drive safely in accordance with DOT regulations for driving, hours of service, vehicle inspection and maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure trailer loads are stable; adjust load securement and distribution as needed.
Use tablets or phones to record delivery information and begin navigation.
Unsecure freight and unload it at delivery locations using a hand truck.
Be available for around-the-clock trips and extended periods away from home.
Perform other assigned duties and tasks.

Benefits

Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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 the company’s service centers