Straight Truck Driver
Role Overview
Drives a box truck to transport goods to designated locations within a defined geographic area.
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Ready To Go Further?
Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.
Position Summary
Drives a box truck to transport goods to designated locations within a defined geographic area.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities
- Drives straight box trucks to pick up and deliver freight.
- Follows assigned routes and schedules to deliver freight on time.
- Loads and unloads cargo following the Department of Transportation regulations.
- Tracks and maintains accurate delivery records.
- Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle before every dispatch.
- Utilizes pallet jacks and forklifts to load freight in trucks.
- Communicates any discrepancies and disruptions to cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Experience in operating a forklift and pallet jack.
- Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
Pay Rate: $27.10 - $32.15 per hour, based on experience
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
Make Your Move
At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.
Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
About Saia, Inc.
Provider of less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation and logistics services.
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