Omaha Track

Omaha Track is hiring a CDL A Local Truck Driver in Chicago Heights, IL. This role will be majority driving with 20-30% yard work. The local Driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport intermodal containers between company and customer facilities, rail yards, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner. Driver may also be responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport loads utilizing flatbed and end dump trailers between company and customer facilities and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner. Must have 2 years' experience operating a Manual Transmission on a Commerical Vehicle over 25,000 pounds with a transmission type of 10 or more speeds. Compensation Weekly Guaranteed Pay: $1,500 Extra $50 load pay for each load done on Saturday or Sunday Must be available one Saturday a month Potential Quarterly Bonus Paid via direct deposit weekly Benefits & Perks Great company benefits starting the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Healthcare Savings account (HSA) 401K with tiered company match offerings Paid Time Off + Paid Vacation Based on start date Tuition reimbursement Paid orientation & safety training Perks: Wellness programs, annual company clothing store allowance, annual steel-toed boot reimbursement up to $100, Parental Leave, Company match on charitable donations, cell phone allowance, etc. No Slip Seating Home Time, Route & Schedule Home Daily! 5-day work week with one Saturday a month This role will be majority driving with 20-30% yard work. Day/afternoon shift with an average of 10-12 hour shift Level of Touch: Load and Unload / Secure and Unsecure Load Equipment Late Model Conventional Tractor Fleet Intermodal, flatbed and end-dump Mix of Automatic and Manual Transmission Outward Facing Cameras Major Areas of Responsibility Operate a tractor-trailer combination safely and efficiently to transport assigned loads Ensure all loaded materials are safely secured prior to and throughout transport Inspect company vehicles/trailers and report necessary maintenance in accordance with policies and procedures Check-in with the Transportation department daily for assignments and updates Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment Accurately complete and maintain a drivers log in accordance with requirements Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures Report all job site incidents and injuries to Transportation Manager immediately Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age Must have CDL A license with no restrictions Must have a minimum of 2 years verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience with a clean driving record within last 24 month Must have 2 years' experience operating a Manual Transmission on a Commerical Vehicle over 25,000 pounds with a transmission type of 10 or more speeds. Intermodal, flatbed and end-dump experience preferred Tractor-trailer experience in all 4 seasons required 0 DUI/DWIs in last year No endorsements required Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting/carrying (up to 100lbs),sitting, kneeling, climbing, standing, walking, bending, squatting, pulling, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations Must be able to pass a required pre-employment drug screen Hiring Radius: Drivers must live within 50 miles of Chicago Heights, IL or be willing to relocate