What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL A Truck Driver with HAZMAT position at THOMPSON & JOHNSON EQUIPMENT CO INC?
Also searching: CDL driver, truck driver, local driver, equipment hauler
$29 – $32/hour based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (with overtime opportunities as needed)
Home every night — no overnight travel
At Thompson & Johnson Equipment, our drivers play a critical role in delivering equipment safely and professionally to our customers.
We’re looking for a CDL A Truck Driver to join our Syracuse team and support deliveries across the region. This is a local driving position, giving you consistent hours and the ability to be home every night.
What You’ll Do
- Load, secure, and transport equipment to and from customer job sites
- Operate trucks and trailers safely while complying with all DOT regulations
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections (fuel, brakes, lights, tires, etc.)
- Deliver equipment to customers and assist with unloading and placement
- Provide basic instruction on safe equipment operation when needed
- Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams
- Complete delivery paperwork, logs, and inspection reports
- Maintain a clean and well-functioning truck and equipment
What Makes This Role Different
- Home every night — no overnight travel
- Consistent weekday schedule (Monday–Friday)
- Local routes — stay within the Upstate NY region
- Hands-on role — not just driving, but interacting with customers and equipment
- Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing company
What You Bring
- Valid CDL A license with HAZMAT endorsement
- Clean driving record acceptable to company and insurance carrier
- Ability to safely operate trucks, trailers, and material handling equipment
- Strong attention to safety and detail
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to complete required paperwork and logs accurately
- High school diploma or equivalent
What We Offer
Benefits that actually make a difference:
- Medical insurance as low as $5/week FREE vision
- Dental, life, and supplemental coverage such as LTD, STD, and specified disease (cancer, heart, kidney) insurance
- 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 5%)
- Generous PTO holidays
Additional perks:
- $500 annual tool allowance
- $600 annual well-being reimbursement
- $200 annual gym membership
- $100 annual boot allowance
- $100 annual company clothing allowance
Why Thompson & Johnson?
We’re a third-generation, family-owned company serving Upstate NY with a reputation for taking care of both our customers and our employees.
- Average employee tenure: 10 years
- Best Places to Work (8 years running)
- A culture built on teamwork, respect, and doing things the right way
This is a place where employees build long-term careers—not just punch a clock.
Work Environment
This is a physical role requiring lifting, securing loads, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Prerequisites
- Profile assessment
- DOT physical (required for CDL drivers)
- DOT drug screening (in accordance with federal regulations)
Apply Today
If you’re a safety-focused driver who wants consistent hours, great pay, and to be home every night—we’d love to talk.
Salary : $29 - $32