Class A OTR Driver

Job Description:Position SummaryThe Class A OTR Truck Driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations to transport freight over long distances to the Upper Midwest and Canada. This overnight union driving position involves minimal freight handling and requires adherence to safety regulations, company policies, and shipping instructions. Compensation and BenefitsAnnual first-year compensation: $100,000 - $130,000, depending on hours and mileage100% of health & wellness premiums paid by the company for employee and family, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage ($18,000/yr)Employer contributions to 401(k) plan: $11,000/yrPay increases annually per Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)Benefit eligibility after completing 60 tripsEssential Functions of the RoleOperate tractor-trailer combinations safely and efficiently over long distancesTransport and deliver freight according to schedule and shipping instructionsDrop, hook, spot, or interchange equipment for loading or unloading at various locationsConduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipmentRead and follow manifests, bills of lading, and other shipping documents to ensure proper deliveryCommunicate effectively with dispatch and supervisors regarding deliveries and any issuesMaintain compliance with federal, state, and company safety regulationsWork overnight shifts with loads departing between 5:00 PM and 2:00 AMWeekend work required, with top drivers per union schedule potentially exemptRequired Qualifications and SkillsValid CDL-A licenseMinimum of 2 years of Class A commercial driving experienceClean driving recordLegally eligible to cross the Canadian border preferredAbility to work overnight shifts and weekends as requiredStrong communication and time management skillsKnowledge of federal and state transportation regulationsExperience in transporting perishable goods or produce a plusPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit for extended periods and perform safe vehicle operationAbility to load/unload light freight if requiredCapability to perform vehicle inspections and secure cargo safelyEEO StatementWholesale Produce Supply, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.Reasonable Accommodations StatementReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.E-Verify Participation StatementWholesale Produce Supply, LLC participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.