Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Lakeville, MN

11d

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Line Haul Driver to operate various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances between customer service centers and customer facilities or work sites outside the service center’s geographic area. Drivers sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. The role supports reliable delivery of customer freight and requires operating safely and in compliance with applicable Department of Transportation regulations.

Drivers typically work a five-day workweek and are home most nights, although the position requires availability for around-the-clock trips to accommodate freight movements and the ability to be away from home for extended periods. The posted working days are Monday through Friday, with an evening shift; days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The posting lists compensation of $21.45–$40.25 and mileage rates of 0.6963–0.9914, varying by assigned route, and cites average annual pay of $107,000. Full-time benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement-plan matching, tuition reimbursement, wellness programming, and training and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, be a graduate of an acceptable state-certified and licensed truck driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion truck driver training program (ODTDT 8/88).
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
• Must know DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and extended periods of driving.
• Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Must be able to operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
• Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and 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 be available for around-the-clock trips and able to be away from home for extended periods.
• Must meet the physical demands of the job, including sitting alert while driving for up to 11 aggregate hours; standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, and handling freight; installing and removing tire chains; operating vehicle controls and equipment; and hooking and unhooking commercial vehicle combinations.
• Attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely over long distances between customer service centers and customer facilities or work sites.
• Comply with DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, vehicle inspection and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure loaded products are stable; adjust load securement and distribution as needed.
• Sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.
• Record delivery information and begin navigation using tablets or phones.
• 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 to accommodate freight movements.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision and dental benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional discretionary annual 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 the promote-from-within philosophy
• National career opportunities at 260+ service centers
• Bonus eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed