Why drivers like this job
- Sign-on bonus – Up to $500 in stages
- Paid orientation – Current amount confirmed in writing before you apply
- Drop and hook available – Less waiting around at docks
The job
This is an example of the Altoona/Elkhart driver’s week.
Home timeHome Time · Home Tuesday, Thursday
Experience6+ months
FreightCombination of drop and hook and tailgating (moving freight to back of trailer to be unloaded)
Where loads goRailroad parts – We have provided dedicated service to the customer for almost 20 years. All routes are solo – no slip seat. Hazmat is required on this account – 20% of the loads will be broken down locomotive parts. This is a 24/7 operation, so they do work weekends and holidays, but the schedule is specific to the route they’re driving.
ScheduleMonday to Friday
Weekly miles2,300-2,400 miles per week
Equipment2022 or newer Kenworth or Freightliner with tandem axle sleepers. Automatic transmissions. Equipped with an Elite Pre-Pass and outward only facing camera. 53’ dry van trailer with swing doors
Hiring area75-mile radius of Altoona, PA
Good to know
- Drivers are required to work all Holidays except Christmas Day. Any Holiday a driver works they receive regular activity pay plus holiday pay.
- Dog/Passenger Rider policies available to interested drivers.
Pay, benefits and extras
- Transmission: Automatics
- Pets: Dogs only - Breed and weight restrictions
- Riders: Riders must be over the age of 12
- Benefits: 60 days
- Paid time off: Yearly vacation
- Retirement: Yes
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- 6+ months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience
- At least 21 years old
- Current DOT medical card and a clean drug screen
- Driving record: no more than 3 moving citations within the past 3 years
- 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Hazmat required
How to apply
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