What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL-A Local Truck Driver Bakersfield, CA position at GAATCO?
Looking for a local CDL-A driving job that gets you home every day? Join our dedicated Walmart account based in Shafter, CA! Enjoy consistent freight, modern equipment, competitive pay, and outstanding benefits while working for a stable operation.
What You'll Do
- Deliver freight from the Walmart Distribution Center in Shafter, CA to stores throughout Southern California
- 100% No-Touch Freight
- Average 2-3 stops per load
- Return backhaul loads to the distribution center
- Drive late-model automatic tractors with dry van and reefer trailers
Schedule
- Home Daily
- Typically 2 consecutive days off every week
- Drivers should expect weekend work
- Common days off include:
- Monday/Tuesday
- Tuesday/Wednesday
- Wednesday/Thursday
- Thursday/Friday
- Most loads depart between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM
Pay
- Mileage Band Pay
- Stop Pay
- Detention Pay
- Safe & On-Time Bonus
Equipment
- New, well-maintained automatic trucks
- Dry Van & Reefer trailers
- Slip-seat operation
- Trucks are parked at:
2701 Driver Road, Shafter, CA
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Benefits available after 30 days
- Paid orientation
- Stable, year-round freight
Minimum Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- Only 3 months of recent tractor-trailer experience required
- Must meet FMCSA and company safety standards
Why Drivers Choose Us
- Home every day
- Consistent miles and reliable freight
- No-touch freight
- Modern automatic equipment
- Excellent work-life balance
- Outstanding benefits starting in just one month
- Dedicated account with predictable routes
Apply today and start your next CDL-A driving career with a company that values your time on and off the road!
Salary : $1,284 - $1,624