National OTR - CDL Class A Drivers

GardaWorld Cash • Richmond, VA

9d • $25

About The Position

The National OTR - Tractor Trailer Driver at GardaWorld transports valuable goods safely and securely between customer locations. The driver operates and maintains control of GardaWorld fleet vehicles during transit and ensures deliveries and pickups are completed with precision and in accordance with safety and security protocols.

The role includes maintaining vehicle readiness, completing required inspections and documentation, reporting vehicle issues and daily activities, and following Department of Transportation regulations, traffic laws, OSHA safety programs, and company rules. Drivers must be willing to spend multiple nights per week on the road, work additional hours, and occasionally work Saturdays to meet business needs.

Compensation includes $0.50 per mile for over-the-road work and $25 per hour for local work within city limits. Additional pay includes $100 per day for layovers exceeding 24 hours, $20 per hour of detention after two hours, and $30 for each additional stop after the first. Bonuses include $0.01 per mile per quarter for having no accidents or incidents and $0.02 per mile for meeting delivery schedules. Per diem is $60 per day for meals and incidental expenses.

Full-time employees are offered medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, and other benefits.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of tractor-trailer or OTR driving experience.
• Interstate Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Hazmat endorsement, or willingness to obtain the endorsement within 120 days of hire.
• Meet all DOT, local, state, and federal requirements.
• Valid firearms permit or ability to meet licensing requirements.
• Valid guard card or ability to obtain one as required.
• No more than two moving violations in the past three years and no major violations in that period.
• No DUI, DWI, OUI, or reckless-driving convictions involving alcohol or drugs within the past ten years.
• Unrestricted full range of motion, including the ability to bend, stoop, squat, stand, walk, climb, twist, turn, and reach.
• Ability to lift items weighing over 50 pounds and carry items by hand, sometimes over significant distances.
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-stress environment.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive long-distance OTR driving experience, preferably transporting high-value goods.
• Experience serving a diverse customer base with sensitive requirements, including time-sensitive and high-value cargo.
• Experience operating manual-transmission vehicles is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety, security, and control of the tractor-trailer unit at all times.
• Safely and securely load and unload the tractor-trailer.
• Report vehicle issues and daily activities to leadership and complete driving documentation.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of the vehicle.
• Comply with Department of Transportation regulations, traffic laws, safety guidelines, and hours-of-service standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to company and DOT standards.
• Operate assigned equipment safely, including cab computers, CB radios, phones, and GPS.
• Cross-train and perform other duties as assigned to support team efficiency.
• Spend multiple nights per week on the road, work additional hours, and occasionally work Saturdays as business needs require.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts
• Per diem of $60 per day for meals and incidental expenses
• Mileage and local hourly pay, accessorial pay, and performance and safety bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED