Class A CDL Line Haul Mileage Driver (Home Daily)

Old Dominion Freight Line • Mooresville, IN

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About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking 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 sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. The role emphasizes safe, precise, and reliable freight delivery. Drivers typically work a five-day week and are home most nights, though they must be available for around-the-clock trips and may be away from home for extended periods. Shift and hours are determined by scheduling and business needs. The posting states an average annual pay of $107,000 and mentions tuition reimbursement for recent trucking school graduates.

The role includes operating vehicles in compliance with DOT requirements, inspecting vehicles, securing and handling freight, recording delivery information, and navigating using handheld devices. It involves substantial physical activity, including loading and unloading freight, operating vehicle equipment, and working in varied weather, lighting, and noise conditions. Attendance is required. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed.

Requirements

• Read, write, and speak English; perform simple mathematical calculations; handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
• Have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, or graduate from a state-certified and licensed truck driving school acceptable to Old Dominion, or satisfactorily complete the Old Dominion truck driver training program (ODTDT 8/88).
• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailer, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Properly operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
• Have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and extended driving periods.
• 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 an alcohol test, if applicable.
• Satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including sitting alert while driving for up to 11 hours in aggregate; standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing; handling, pushing, pulling, carrying, loading, and unloading freight; and installing or removing tire chains when required.
• Be able to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations, operate related vehicle components, fuel vehicles, and check engine oil and coolant levels.
• Use the cognitive, auditory, and visual skills needed for driving, inspections, freight handling, navigation, reading, listening, and communicating.
• Meet the attendance requirement.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely in compliance with DOT regulations, including requirements for driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous materials transportation.
• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections.
• Ensure freight is stable and will not shift during transit; adjust load securement and distribution as needed.
• Use tablets or phones to record delivery information and begin navigation.
• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations.
• Unsecure freight and unload it at delivery locations using a hand truck.
• Remain available for around-the-clock trips and accommodate freight movements, including trips that may require extended time away from home.
• Complete duties and tasks assigned by the employer.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and potential additional annual discretionary match
• Life insurance
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
• Training and growth opportunities
• Opportunities to advance through a promote-from-within philosophy
• National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers

What This Job Offers

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