CDL-A Specialized OTR Driver — $0.72–$0.75/mi, 2,300–2,500 mi/wk

Our company needs an experienced CDL-A driver for a specialized over-the-road role hauling open deck, oversized, flatbed, dry van, hydraulic roller and Conestoga trailers out of the DFW, TX area. This is a white-glove freight position that calls for careful load handling and strong customer service.

Pay

• $0.72 to $0.75 per mile, depending on experience

• Average 2,300 to 2,500 miles weekly

• Paid biweekly, with a Daily Pay option available

• $1,000 referral bonus program

• Incentives for clean inspections

• Cell phone allowance

What you'll haul

• Open deck, oversized, flatbed, dry van, hydraulic roller and Conestoga trailers

• Freight that requires careful securement, including tarping and strapping as needed

• Loads that demand attention to damage prevention and proper handling

What you'll do

• Run pre-trip and post-trip inspections and flag any maintenance concerns

• Plan routes around traffic and weather

• Keep accurate logs, mileage records, bills of lading and other DOT paperwork

• Stay in regular contact with dispatch and customers, including delivery updates

• Help load and unload freight when needed, and keep securement checked throughout the trip

• Keep your truck clean and presentable

Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license

• At least 2 years of CDL-A driving experience

• Meets DOT qualification requirements under FMCSR 391.41

• TWIC card, or eligible to obtain one within 90 days of hire

• Background in load securement, route planning and handling varied road and weather conditions

• Strong customer service skills and comfort handling sensitive cargo

• Able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and regularly carry, push or pull freight from 1 to 125 pounds

• Able to climb in and out of the cab (4 to 6 feet) multiple times a day, and to crouch, bend, twist and reach as needed to hook/unhook trailers, check fluids and complete routine maintenance tasks

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance starting the first of the month after 30 days on the job

• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance

• 401(k) with up to 5% company match

• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, a birthday holiday and 6 paid holidays per year

• Paid orientation, including transportation, lodging and meals

Our company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.