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Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what _going further_ is all about.
*Job Summary*
Saia LTL Freight is currently hiring for Local Pick up & Delivery drivers. Our Local P&D driver will operate various tractor-trailer combinations between company terminals and customer facilities or work sites within the terminals geographic service area. Our Drivers will sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at various companies and customer locations. Our Pickup and Delivery drivers typically work Monday-Friday and are home daily. Our local drivers typically have the weekends off and are paid overtime after 45 hours for the week (unless other local laws apply).
*Job Responsibilities*
· Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations
· Conduct all pre and post trip inspections of assigned equipment.
· Understand and carry out oral or written instructions, including those on freight bills, manifests and other shipping documents to determine the nature and amount of freight loaded
· Use safe handling and lifting procedures to load and unload freight with the assistance of hand trucks, pallet jacks and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange and rearrange freight.
· Comprehend and comply with hazardous material handling, placard regulations and required emergency response to hazardous material spills or incidents.
· Perform work required in a timely and safe manner. Maintain adequate production in order to meet service schedules and customer commitments.
· Provide professional representation of the company when in contact with public safety, law enforcement officials and the general public.
*Job Requirements*
· 21 years of age or older
· Current Class A CDL
· 1 year tractor trailer experience with some experience in the last 24 months
· *Doubles/Triples, Hazmat, and Tankers endorsements required*
· Must pass a driving test on company equipment in order to demonstrate driving skills and abilities.
· Basic understanding of hand held mobile applications
Compensation Range: Will depend on local hourly pay scale
*Make Your Move*
*At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.*
*Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.50 - $34.75 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* AD&D insurance
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee stock purchase plan
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid orientation
* Paid time off
* Paid training
* Prescription drug insurance
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Trucking Driver Type:
* Company driver
Trucking Route:
* Local
Experience:
* Driving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* CDL A (Required)
Work Location: In person
