Linehaul Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Linehaul Driver, you will be responsible for transporting freight between Southeastern’s Service Center or designated points in-between. This role involves operating a tractor-trailer combination (single or double) across urban, suburban, and rural areas, and in all types of weather conditions. Key duties include receiving and verifying dispatch instructions, verifying loads against shipping documents, and, when hauling hazardous material, verifying product descriptions, addressing paperwork discrepancies, and ensuring proper placarding. All tasks must be performed with a focus on superior customer service and professionalism. Southeastern Freight Lines, a family-founded company established in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, is a privately held, industry-leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. The company generates over 1.7 billion in annual revenue and handles over 10 million shipments per year, supported by a team of over 8,800 professionals. Southeastern Freight Lines is committed to pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, valuing wisdom from past generations, contributing to communities, and upholding a culture that prioritizes serving others first, valuing each other completely, and always doing the right thing. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination based on various protected characteristics.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• 6 months driving experience
• A High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to satisfactorily pass background check and alcohol and drug test
• A valid Driver's License
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) with Hazmat Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, and Doubles/Triples Endorsement
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write in the English language and perform simple mathematical calculations
• Mental ability to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, and maintenance log
• Ability to meet DOT regulations and guidelines pertaining to the physical qualifications for commercial drivers

Responsibilities

• Transport freight between Southeastern’s Service Center or designated points in-between
• Operate a tractor-trailer combination (single or double) in urban, suburban, and rural areas and in all types of weather conditions
• Receive and verify dispatch instructions
• Verify load against shipping documents
• When hauling hazardous material, verify the hazardous material product description, determine any discrepancies in the paperwork, and verify proper placarding
• Perform all duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees