Class A CDL OTR Driver

D-Trans • Ocala, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Class A CDL OTR Driver operates a company-owned truck from the Venice, Florida terminal, driving nationwide over-the-road routes. Compensation is calculated per mile for all odometer/GPS miles, including loaded and empty miles. The posting estimates weekly gross pay of $2,000–$2,500 based on experience, with additional pay for extra stops and other bonuses. Per-diem pay is available. Routes run between the Southeast and Northwest; routes through the Northeast are not offered. Loads are 90% no-touch, and driver-assist work receives additional pay. Drivers may be out for two weeks to 16 days or stay out longer by choice. The posting states that health insurance and PTO are currently unavailable.

Requirements

• Class A CDL and a valid CDL.
• Current DOT physical.
• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• Experience pulling a 53-foot dry van or refrigerated trailer.
• Must speak English.
• Must have a TWIC card or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• No DOT record or preventable accidents in the past 12 months.
• No major violations in the past 36 months, including reckless driving or careless endangerment.
• No more than 3 minor violations in the past 3 years, and no more than 2 violations in any 12-month period.
• No DUI in the past 60 months.
• Overall safe driving record.
• No positive drug or alcohol tests.
• Drivers are ineligible for employment if they have a vehicular homicide, an alcohol- or drug-related offense in a commercial vehicle, a hit-and-run, motor vehicle theft, a revoked license, or 3 or more chargeable accidents in the past 3 years.
• Desired personal attributes include attention to detail, responsibility, dependability, safety-mindedness, career-mindedness, optimism, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Knowledge of Federal and Florida DOT and hours-of-service rules.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company-owned truck on over-the-road, nationwide routes.
• Transport loads on routes between the Southeast and Northwest, excluding the Northeast.
• Complete driver-assist work when required.
• Maintain safe driving practices and comply with applicable Federal and Florida DOT and hours-of-service rules.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible home time and ample vacation time are offered; the posting notes that PTO is currently unavailable.
• Per-diem tax benefit and per-diem pay availability.
• Extra-stop pay and other additional pay or bonuses, including bonuses for exceptional work and clean inspections.
• Additional pay when driver-assist is required.
• Newer equipment, a fuel card, and cash advances for over-the-road expenses.
• Friendly professional dispatchers, easy paperwork, direct deposit after the round trip is completed and the driver returns to the terminal, and a detailed pay report.
• Health insurance is currently unavailable.

What This Job Offers

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