OTR CDL Class A Truck Driver - Home Weekly

IBA Inc., a trusted supplier to the dairy farm industry, is seeking an experienced and reliable long-haul driver to join our team.

About Us:

IBA is a family-owned distributor of dairy and agricultural supplies. For over 60 years we have been providing exceptional service to our customers and employees. IBA provides excellent benefits and contributes 85% of the health care costs for its employees.

Starting Wage:

$0.55 - $0.57 per mile, average 2,500 miles per week. A daily meal stipend is provided. Supplemental pay provided for customer stops. Opportunity for additional compensation for backhaul deliveries available.

Job Purpose:

The CDL Class A Truck Driver with HazMat and Tanker Endorsements position is expected to work as a valued member of the shipping and receiving operations, traveling primarily during the week and home on the weekends. This position will primarily consist of a five (5) day traveling route which is dictated by DOT Regulations. Routes vary by truck driver.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Drive long distances to deliver goods to customers.
• Travel to and from Massachusetts loading and unloading product of varying weights (see physical requirements).
• Follow all traffic laws and accident procedures.
• Operate electronic log device (ELD) correctly and if not functional, record log manually.
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations.
• Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall team operations.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional time management and problem solving skills.
• The ability to work long, irregular hours, and to remain focused throughout.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws that regulate the road freight transport industry.
• Ability to drive safely, irrespective of the weather and time of day.
• Must have the ability to read, write and understand English.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to drive in uncertain weather conditions every day.
• Requires employee to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and climb.
• Must have finger dexterity in both hands.
• Required vision abilities are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must frequently lift 50 pounds and must be able to push/pull light or heavy objects in excess of 100 pounds.

Qualifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL License and Medical Examiners Certification.
• Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements required.
• A clean driving record, as well as sound knowledge of truck maintenance.
• Customer service experience a plus.

Education

• High School/G.E.D. or equivalent preferred.

Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A CDL License and Medical Examiners Certification.
• Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements required.

Screenings

• Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if necessary, alcohol test.
• Must possess a clean driving record, pending MVR check.

Experience

• 1 year of long-haul commercial driving experience is preferred. Must have sound knowledge of truck maintenance. Customer service experience a plus.

Starting Wage

• $0.55 - $0.57 per mile, average 2,500 miles per week. A daily meal stipend is provided. Supplemental pay provided for customer stops. Opportunity for additional compensation for backhaul deliveries available.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (85% paid)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• 10 Holidays (including Birthday)
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Merit Increase/Bonus eligible
• 401k/Profit Sharing
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $0.55 - $0.57 per mile

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Experience:

• Commercial Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL A license (Required)
• Medical Examiners Certification (Required)
• Tanker Endorsement (Required)
• Hazmat Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: On the road