Class A Commercial Driver

Super-Sod•Fort Valley, GA

3d•$52,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Super-Sod Class-A CDL Commercial Drivers are valued members of shipping and receiving operations. The role primarily involves regional vehicle operations, positioning and moving trucks and trailers on and between farms, retail facilities, and commercial or residential properties. Drivers transport seed, sod, soil, farm products, and materials, making timely deliveries while following safety and regulatory standards. The position requires operating company-owned or leased trucks and material-handling equipment, maintaining vehicles and required records, and providing customer service during deliveries and pickups. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., although days and hours may vary at management’s discretion. During the harvesting season, typically March through September, Saturday work may be required, and weekly hours average 55–60 rather than the standard 40. Part-time arrangements may be considered by agreement. Travel is primarily regional interstate hauling during the business day, with some out-of-area and evening travel possible. Drivers work outdoors in all weather conditions and around loud machinery, exhaust, and heavy equipment, with possible exposure to enclosed spaces and heights up to 80 feet. Employer-provided personal protective gear is provided. The position offers weekly base pay of $1,000–$1,200, additional drop pay of $50–$1,000 per week, and eligibility for a quarterly safety bonus equal to 10% of quarterly base pay plus drop pay, subject to safety criteria. The job posting lists average total earning potential of $1,635 or more per week and annual total earnings of $52,000–$100,000 or more. All drivers are W-2 employees. Drivers working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. Pay is reviewed annually and may increase with tenure and performance.

Requirements

At least 2 years of proven commercial truck driving experience.
Valid Class A CDL and Medical Card, including multi-state certification status.
Clean driving record with no major or excessive violations in the previous 3 years.
Must pass a background check and drug test.
High school diploma or GED.
Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles.
Alert, focused, and detail-oriented.
Physically and mentally fit, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to sustain physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts.
Able to operate electric lifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and similar equipment.
Proficient in using GPS and other routing systems.
Map-reading and route-planning experience.
Strong sense of direction.
Self-starter who works well independently.
Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
Composed, with good stress-management skills.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in adverse conditions, including enclosed spaces and heights up to 80 feet.
Ability to sit and steer for long periods and coordinate arms and legs while operating a commercial truck.
Ability to repeatedly get in and out of trucks and on and off forklifts using three-point contact.
Adequate leg, foot, arm, and hand control to climb into a cab, operate foot controls, and navigate a vehicle safely through traffic and weather.

Responsibilities

Operate company-owned and leased trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations.
Drive trucks to deliver, pick up, and relocate farm products and materials.
Perform required before-, during-, and after-operation user maintenance and submit required reports.
Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations.
Operate material-handling equipment.
Maintain certifications required by DOT, OSHA, and company safety programs.
Maintain and protect company property in excellent condition.
Perform other tasks assigned to support and improve overall team operations.
Manage personal time and scheduling.
Operate forklifts to load and unload sod and other farm and retail products.

Benefits

Competitive wages.
Flexible paid time off.
Medical, dental, vision, HSA, supplemental life, accident, hospital, and critical illness plans for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Access to an employee marketplace.
Employer-sponsored discounts.
Health and wellness programs.
Employee assistance programs.
Healthcare, 401(k), and flexible paid time off for eligible drivers working 30 or more hours per week.
Quarterly safety bonus opportunity.
Annual pay review, with possible increases based on tenure and performance.