What are the responsibilities and job description for the Local CDL Driver / Lease-On–Independent Contractor position at F.T.M Freight?
ABOUT F.T.M. FREIGHT
F.T.M. Freight (From the Mud) is a growing transportation company based in Prattville, Alabama. We are looking for a dependable, experienced Class A CDL driver to operate our dedicated company-owned day cab. This is an opportunity for a serious driver who is looking for consistent local work, reliable equipment, home time, and a company that values communication, accountability, and hard work.
We are not looking for someone who simply wants to fill a seat. We are looking for a dedicated professional driver who will take pride in the equipment, communicate effectively, show up consistently, and represent F.T.M. Freight professionally.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
F.T.M. Freight provides the equipment and operating support needed for the position, including:
- Company-provided day cab
- 10-speed manual transmission
- Consistent local loads
- Local routes
- Home in time / local schedule
- Hourly compensation
- Fuel
- Fuel card
- Commercial insurance
- Permits and operating-related expenses
- Maintenance and repairs
- Plates/registration as applicable
- Dispatching
- Load coordination
- Quick-pay options where applicable
- Direct communication with company ownership/management
- A professional working environment
DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected driver will be responsible for:
- Safely operating the assigned Class A commercial motor vehicle
- Completing assigned local routes and deliveries
- Following all applicable FMCSA/DOT regulations and company policies
- Completing required inspections and paperwork
- Maintaining accurate hours-of-service records
- Communicating with dispatch regarding delays, deliveries, mechanical concerns, or other issues
- Performing required pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Reporting mechanical problems immediately
- Keeping the truck clean and presentable
- Protecting company equipment and cargo
- Arriving to work and assigned loads on time
- Maintaining professional communication with customers, facilities, dispatch, and management
- Following all safety procedures
- Complying with applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements
- Representing F.T.M. Freight in a professional manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have:
- Valid Class A CDL
- Minimum of 1 year of verifiable CDL driving experience
- Dedicated commercial driving experience
- Experience operating manual-transmission equipment preferred/required for this position due to the 10-speed truck
- Clean and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate/Card
- Ability to successfully complete required DOT drug and alcohol screening
- Ability to meet applicable FMCSA/DOT driver qualification requirements
- Reliable attendance
- Strong communication skills
- Professional attitude
- Ability to work independently
- Strong safety record and safety-first mindset
IDEAL DRIVER
The ideal candidate is:
Reliable. Experienced. Professional. Responsible. Safety-minded.
We're looking for someone who understands that when you are behind the wheel, you are representing the company.
If you take pride in your work, respect the equipment, communicate well, and are looking for consistent local driving work, we want to hear from you.
IMPORTANT
This opportunity is structured as a lease-on / independent-contractor opportunity as applicable to the final legal and operating structure of F.T.M. Freight.
The final classification, compensation arrangement, and contractual terms will be documented in the applicable agreement and onboarding paperwork.
Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Fuel card
Experience:
- Verifiable CDL Driving: 1 year (Required)
- operating manual-transmission equipment : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate/Card (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,200 - $1,500