Long Haul (OTR) Class A Truck Drivers Distribution Center in Altoona, PA region (Blair County) Our Client, a family owned and operated transportation and wholesale food distribution company, is seeking experienced, safe, and dependable OTR Class A CDL Drivers for East Coast driving.
**This position is full-time, with Drivers out from 2 - 4 days at a time with home-time every weekend.
Long Haul Drivers run within 200-700 miles of the corporate office located in Blair County, PA.
Desire Drivers who understand what it means to be professional in terms of work ethic, safety focus and establishing good relationships with customers/vendors. Enjoy interacting with wide range of personalities among vendors, customers, and staff.
OTR Drivers pick up and deliver product between Blair County based distribution centers and suppliers; in addition to various freight loads to reduce the company's empty miles. Required to maintain effective communication with dispatch regarding potential delays and service issues. Freight is primarily no touch with occasional lumpers.
Company's tractor/trailer equipment is 3 years old or newer and are equipped with satellite radio and TV. Also furnished with Tripac APU systems and refrigerators.
Drivers are paid flat rates per lane plus monthly and quarterly bonuses. Earning potential starts at approximately $68,000/year* (*Based on 5-day work week averaging 400 miles/day and earning All available monthly/quarterly and yearly bonuses).
Job Requirements: • CDL Class A with two years of CDL driving experience
• Candidate must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be flexible to work Sun-Fri or Mon-Sat
• Good Safety Record
• Proven Positive Customer Service Skills
• Physical strength and stamina to lift, move, carry 50lbs. of product throughout the workday and week
• Valid Medical Card
• Must pass road test
• Must pass Background Check and DOT physical/Drug Screening
• Able to accommodate irregular shifts – early and/or late, some weekends, changing with seasons and company growth.
Benefits Overview: • Healthcare/Medical/Vision/Dental
• Voucher Boot Purchase
• Vacation/Personal Time
•401K with Company Match
• Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts on Products
• Bonus for Driver Referral
• Direct Deposit of Pay Checks
• Satellite Radio-All Vehicles
• Monthly Cell Phone Allowance
• Blue Tooth Device for Cell Phones
• Per Diem - $55/day while on the road (non-taxed)
• Paid DOT Physical (Annually/Bi-Annually)
• Holiday Party/Company Picnic
