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TEAM CLASS A CDL LINE HAUL DRIVER - B5000

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Full-time

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TEAM Class A CDL Line Haul Driver - B5000

locationsBaton Rouge, LA time typeFull time posted onPosted 6 Days Ago job requisition idR-2021-4878 $5000 sign on bonus, see below for rules and qualifications

Old Dominion Freight Line is currently recruiting for a Line Haul Driver to join our OD Family Culture. Our Driver will successfully operate various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances.

They typically work a 5 day work week and are home most nights which provides a great work-life balance for our drivers.

OD's Line Haul Drivers average annual pay is $100,000. OD has a Tuition Reimbursement Program available for new graduates of a trucking school.

Line haul Drivers are critical members of our OD Family as they help to accurately deliver our customer's freight and help keep our promises.

Responsibilities

  • Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
  • Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.
  • Operates BLU / DYMS and any other computer / internal freight monitoring systems required.
  • Available for around the clock shifts to accommodate freight movements and must be able to be away from home for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Must possess a valid commercial driver's license with haz-mat, doubles, triples and tanker endorsements.
  • 1 year previous tractor trailer driving experience and / or be a graduate of a State Certified and Licensed truck driving school, acceptable to Old Dominion and / or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion truck driver training program
  • Must have the ability to read, write and understand English, and perform simple mathematical calculations with mental ability to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
  • Must have the ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when required.
  • Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
  • Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and extended periods, of time.
  • Must be available for around-the-clock trips to accommodate freight movements and must be able to be away from home for extended periods of time.
  • Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the US Department of Transportation.
  • Pass a Drug Test and satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable)
  • Be at least 22 years of age

Rules and Qualifications for $5000 sign on bonus

  • Total $5000; $1000 upon start date, $1000 at 6 months of active employment, $1500 at 1 year, and $1500 at 18 months.
  • Candidate must have at least 2 years of LT / TL experience, a valid Class A CDL, and acceptable DOT / Safety driving record (reviewed after offer is made)
  • Will be disqualified for any further payouts if employee has a major preventable accident that may potentially result in termination during the 18-month incentive period
  • Employee must repay a previous incentive payout if they voluntarily terminate their employment within 6 months of a payout during the 18-month period (e.

g. if they resign within 6 months following the 1-year incentive payout, they must repay that portion of the incentive)

Only select service centers are approved for this sign on bonus along with only select positions, (e.g. P&D, Line Haul, or Teams only).

Join the OD Family Today!

As a Full Time member of our Family, you are eligible to receive :

  • Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) retirement Plan
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee credit Union, Vacation & Holiday

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and / or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and / or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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