Averitt Express, Inc. is Hiring a CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver - DCG Near Atlanta, GA
Job Description Dedicated local drivers enjoy the many privileges that come with having consistent customers. Unlike some driver positions, this one gives you a better idea of the number of miles and hours each week holds, which means you'll have a better idea of what to expect in every paycheck. And because you know your customers and their typical freight load, you'll never be surprised or slowed down by unusual shipments.
Competitive pay:
Average is $1,245 - $1,395 per week / $64,000 - $70,000 per year
5-day work week which could include a Saturday or Sunday
Several bid assignments will also include a backhaul. During peak season(s) drivers could be expected to work a 6-day week if volume is higher than what can reasonably be delivered with a normal schedule
The workweek starts Monday or Tuesday, depending on the load type. Route and responsibilities will be provided to the driver by site leadership
A mix of reefer and dry van - reefer experience is not needed, training will be provided
Hauling food products, miscellaneous goods, and furniture to customer's store locations in AL, GA, NC, SC, TN and Tallahassee, FL
100% no-touch freight
All driver job assignments are bid out twice per year, and will be done by company length of service
CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver Benefits:
Paid time off including 8 paid holidays
Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $97.55/week for family plans and $37.35/week for individual plans effective after 30 days
Profit Sharing plan allows you to share in the rewards of our efforts, with a portion of our profits given back to you as monthly direct deposits into your retirement account
Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals
Averitt's fleet includes local, dedicated, and regional truck driver jobs. Drivers can change their driving preferences as their careers progress, including opportunities in operations and leadership
Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver! Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Requirements
Drivers must live within a 75-mile radius
Must have 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years
Drivers must have Class A CDL
Must be 21 years of age or older
No convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 years
No convictions for DUI within the past 5 years
No suspensions or revocations within the last 5 years
No serious violations within the previous 12 months (15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, traffic offense committed in a CMV in connection with fatality)
No more than 3 moving violations within the past 3 years
No preventable DOT recordable accidents within the past 3 years
Essential functions:
Open/Close Trailer Doors - force requirement: 46 lbs
Count freight
Complete fuel tickets
Obtain sales leads
Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90lbs(Class A Only)
Perform pre-trip inspections
Drive
Regular predictable attendance
Enter/Exit a Commercial Motor Vehicle
Enter/Exit the rear of a trailer from ground level