What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL-A Local Driver | Home Daily | Columbus & Meridian, MS; Tuscaloosa & Russellville, AL position at Burns Group?
CDL-A Local Driver | Home Daily | Columbus & Meridian, MS; Tuscaloosa & Russellville, AL
Burns Logistics is hiring CDL-A Local Drivers in the Columbus & Meridian, MS; Tuscaloosa & Russellville, AL area.
If you want consistent home time, steady work, and a team that respects your time and experience, this is the place to be.
Who Is Burns Logistics?
Burns Logistics is the transportation division of Burns, a well-established and trusted name in the dirt, site work, and construction industry. Originally based out of Columbus, Mississippi, our logistics fleet has grown rapidly in response to customer demand and the need for reliable, professional hauling across North Mississippi and West Alabama.
We operate a variety of trucks including tractor-trailer dump trucks, roll-off dumpsters, fuel and lube trucks, tandem and tri-axle dump trucks, and lowboy equipment trailers. Building on our roots in the dirt and construction side of the business, we have expanded to offer hauling services while always being committed to taking care of our drivers, a standard that is rare in this industry. We prioritize respect, support, and steady work for the people who keep our fleet moving.
Drivers who join Burns Logistics benefit from a respected brand, a strong team, and a company committed to doing things the right way.
Pay and Benefits
- Hourly pay
- Steady weekly income with local, consistent routes
- Home every night
- No OTR
- Weekly direct deposit
- Full benefits including fully paid health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off
- Dental and vision also available
- Quarterly bonus structure based on performance and safety
- Year-round work with no seasonal layoffs
- Newer, well-maintained trucks and equipment
Position Details
- Local hauling
- Day-shift schedule
- Hauling materials to local job sites and partners
- Preference given to drivers with experience hauling dirt and aggregate materials
- No overnight routes
- Small, tight-knit logistics team that knows you by name
Requirements
- Valid CDL-A
- At least 18 months of CDL-A driving experience- no exceptions
- Ability to complete pre-employment drug screen, background check, MVR screening, and DOT Clearinghouse query
Why Drivers Choose Burns Logistics
Other companies talk about home time, we deliver it.
Our drivers stay because we offer local routes only, strong communication, top-of-industry employee benefits, and leadership that listens. You won’t feel like a number here.
Employment Eligibility
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility will be required if selected for hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Burns Dirt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.