CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver - DPF

Company: Averitt
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: November 20, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description:

Dedicated/supply chain drivers enjoy the many privileges that come with having consistent customers. Unlike some driver positions, this one gives you a better idea of the number of miles and hours each week holds, which means you'll have a better idea of what to expect in every paycheck. And because you know your customers and their typical freight load, you'll never be surprised or slowed down by unusual shipments. CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver Benefits: * Competitive pay: * Average $71,063 per year * Starting pay of .49 cpm * Average of 2,500 miles per week * $20 stop pay * Average 6 to 8 stops per week * Company sponsored per diem program * Dispatched for two to three weeks * Drivers can expect to log 70 hours in 8 days; may have to take a reset on the road * If out for two weeks, two days home. If out three weeks, three days home (typically home on Friday's and out on Monday's) * Dispatches and start /delivery times are received the prior day and assigned to drivers * Deliver trailers loaded with portable storage units to storage centers or Hub facilities * Destination site personnel will unload & reload portable storage * Responsible to strap, unstrap and secure portable storage units and containers * Pick up and deliver in all 48 states; no NYC deliveries * This is an assigned sleeper driver position, may have to do a reset on the road * $18.00 per hour while operating forklift to seldom load and unload (training provided) * Paid time off including 8 paid holidays (after 90 days) * Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $93.95/week for family plans and $36.95/week for individual plans * Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability benefits * Profit Sharing plan allowsyou to share in the rewards of our efforts, with a portion of our profits given back to you as monthly direct deposits into your retirement account * Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals * Averitt's fleet includes local, dedicated, and regional truck driver jobs. Drivers can change their driving preferences as their careers progress, including opportunities in operations and leadership * PAID TRAINING! Must have 1+ months' verifiable tractor trailer experience in the past 3 years to go through our 1 -3 week program Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver! 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.

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