• Job Description

  Req#: 356143

  Job Description Drive Local. Earn Big. Get Home Daily. Join Averitt as a CDL-A Local Truck Driver and experience the perfect blend of competitive pay, daily home time, and a supportive culture built for long-term success. Whether you're building customer relationships or aiming for leadership, we provide the tools, support, and stability to help you thrive. Why Drive Local with Us? Up to $34.85/hour based on experience Daily home time - no overnight hauls Modern in-cab technology for seamless communication and navigation No-touch freight with consistent routes in your local area Late-model equipment maintained for safety and comfort Benefits That Go the Distance Paid time off including 8 paid holidays Medical, dental, vision & hearing insurance starting at just $38.25/week for individuals and $101.10/week for families (effective after 30 days) Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability Profit Sharing Plan with monthly direct deposits into your retirement account Referral rewards- earn cash bonuses for bringing great drivers onboard A Career That Last We offer clear paths for advancement into operations, training, and leadership, with flexible fleet options to match your goals. It's no wonder 19% of our associates have been here for more than 20 years, our team is built on respect, pride, and long-term success. Ready to Drive Your Career Forward? Click Apply Now and join a team that values your time, talent, and future. Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law

  Job Requirements 21 years of age Minimum 4 months (1 year preferred) of tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years Drivers must have Class A CDL Hazmat and tanker endorsements preferred; must be willing to obtain endorsements No convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 years No convictions for DUI within the past 5 years No suspensions or revocations within the past 5 years No serious violations within the previous 12 months (15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, traffic offenses committed in a CMV in connection with a fatality) No more than 3 moving violations with the past 3 years No Preventable DOT Recordable accidents within the past 3 years No more than 3 Preventable NON-DOT recordable accidents within the past 3 years Essential functions Load freight - lift requirement: 80 lbs Unload freight - lift requirement: 80 lbs Move freight - force requirement: 54 lbs Open/close trailer door - force requirement: 46 lbs Enter/Exit a Commercial Motor Vehicle Enter/Exit the rear of a trailer from ground level Count freight Complete bill of lading Complete fuel tickets Obtain sales leads Secure extra shipments Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs Complete delivery receipt Perform pre-trip inspections Drive Regular predictable attendance Operate forklift Fuel trucks

• About the company

  Averitt is an award-winning freight transportation and supply chain services provider, specializing in LTL, dry van, international and logistics solutions.

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