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CDL-A Local Truck Driver

Red Classic
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Exciting New Transport Truck Driver (Special Services) Driving Role - Hiring Immediately!

Join our team as a Transport Driver (Special Services) and enjoy the perfect blend of local and specialized routes! This unique position offers steady work with predictable home time, combining regular transport duties with premium CO2 delivery routes, all while earning more! If you're an experienced driver with a positive attitude and a commitment to safety, we want to hear from you!

Job Overview:

  • Shift: Monday - Friday, 1700-1900 Start Time. (Schedule may vary based on operational demands and peak business periods)
  • Home Time: Daily
  • Annual Yearly Salary: $95,000
  • CPM Rate: $0.60
  • Daily rate: $350.00 Daily, CO2 Deliveries (5-7 routes monthly)
  • Bonus Pay: $1,000 Monthly (this compensation acknowledges your readiness to respond to urgent delivery needs and adapt to varying shift requirements)

Additional Benefits:

  • 80% Drop & Hook - No-touch freight
  • Industry-leading low-cost health benefits package (eligible after 30 days)
  • Weekly Pay - Direct Deposit
  • 2 weeks' paid vacation and 9 paid holidays
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Veterans/military encouraged to apply

The Red Classic Transport Driver (Special Services) is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of diesel-powered tractor-trailer combination Commercial Motor Vehicles. This includes transporting and delivering products or materials while adhering to FMCSA regulations and company policies.

This essential logistical position ensures timely and reliable service by meeting stringent pick-up and delivery schedules for all customers. This role is part of a special project, requiring flexibility to support both core transport operations and additional logistical needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Ensuresafe and productive workday by promptly completing start of shift activities by reviewing work schedule
  • Safely operate equipment following all motor vehicle laws without distraction and maintain a safe working environment by completing all assigned safety training activities and adhering to all safety policies and procedures, including conducting Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle, if required, etc.
  • Safely operate a Class A Hazmat vehicle on scheduled routes, delivering and picking up compressed gas cylinders, liquid cylinders, and hard goods.
  • Maintain compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations, upholding safety as the top priority.

Work Environment

This position requires the driver to work outside 25% of the time, exposed to a variety of weather conditions, including but not limited to, high and low temperatures, humidity, wind, and rain.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Must possess 12 months (1 year) of verifiable driving experience within the previous 24 months (2 Years)
  • Must have and maintain a valid Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement valid for Interstate driving, without an air brake restriction from the state of residence
  • Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review
  • Acceptable driving record required
  • Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and to the FMCSA regulations
  • Must have the ability to read and clearly speak the English language. Understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

LeadFlex Job ID: 289226

Post Date: 01/15/2026


Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

 

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