CDL Class A Driver – Local Pallet Delivery (53’ Trailer)

Lions and Bears Staffing Partners
  • Posen, Illinois
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

CDL Class A Driver – Local Pallet Delivery (53’ Trailer)

Location: Posen
Pay:$17–$22/hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Part-Time | Monday–Friday | Occasional weekends
Reports To: Facilities / Operations Manager
Coverage Area: Local - off by noon 

Position Overview

We’re hiring a dependable CDL Class A Driver to operate a 53’ tractor-trailer supporting pallet delivery operations out of Posen, IL. This is a local / regional role—not long haul—with 2–3 outbound loads per day. Ideal for drivers who want consistency, solid pay, and to be treated like a professional.

You’ll play a key role in daily logistics operations, working closely with warehouse and dispatch teams to ensure timely, safe, and accurate deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a 53’ tractor-trailer on local and regional routes

  • Deliver pallets to customers within a 100–150 mile radius

  • Complete 2–3 outbound loads per day

  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections

  • Maintain accurate delivery records, mileage logs, and BOLs

  • Ensure DOT compliance at all times

  • Occasionally assist with loading/unloading pallets as needed

  • Communicate clearly with dispatch, warehouse, and onsite contacts

  • Represent the company professionally at customer locations

Requirements

  • Valid CDL Class A license

  • 1+ year of verifiable commercial driving experience preferred

  • Experience operating 53’ trailers

  • Clean or manageable MVR

  • Ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening

  • Comfortable with light manual labor related to pallet handling

  • Strong safety awareness, time management, and communication skills

Tools & Technology

  • ELD systems (Samsara, KeepTruckin, or similar)

  • GPS & navigation tools (Garmin, Waze, Google Maps)

  • Dispatch/routing software (experience preferred)

  • Pallet jack experience preferred; forklift a plus (not required)

Why This Role

  • $26–$28/hour—clear, competitive pay

  • Home daily with predictable routes

  • Consistent work volume and steady schedule

  • Well-maintained equipment

  • Straightforward expectations and hands-on leadership

  • Long-term stability in warehouse & logistics operations

Numbers & Facts

LocationPosen, Illinois

Skills

  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Facilities Managementunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
  • Google Mapsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Pallet Jackunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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