CDL Class A Regional Driver - Home Weekends

Watkins Express Freight
  • Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • $75,000
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Regional CDL A Company Driver and take charge of delivering freight across designated regions with energy and professionalism. You’ll be the backbone of our logistics operation, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining safety and compliance standards. If you thrive on route driving, load & unload responsibilities, and enjoy working independently in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you!

Overview:
  • Predictable power lanes with a high volume of freight.
  • Consistent freight allows for maximum drive time and less down time.
  • Dispatched in advance, allowing for improved planning.
  • 95% no-touch, mostly drop-and-hook freight.

Pay and bonus potential:
  • Mileage pay.
  • Monthly performance pay.
  • Monthly
  • Sign-on bonus paid over 6 monthly payments in your first year for experienced drivers.
  • Paid orientation.
  • Paid time off after 12 months, plus 5 days of holiday pay per year.

Qualifications:
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Atleast 2 years of Class A driving experience.
  • No more than two moving violations in 3 years.

Additional benefits:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Unlimited referral bonuses.
  • Dependable paychecks – Your weekly paycheck will reflect the consistent miles you drive on a weekly basis.
  • All-encompassing pay packages – Your pay includes all facets of the exact job you do plus eligible annual pay increases and performance pay.

Responsibilities:
  • Safely operate tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles across regional routes, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.
  • Plan routes effectively to optimize delivery times while minimizing fuel consumption and vehicle wear.
  • Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, deliveries, and vehicle maintenance records.
  • Communicate proactively with dispatch teams regarding delivery schedules, route changes, or any issues encountered on the road.

Qualifications:
  • Valid CDL A license with a clean driving record.
  • Proven experience in truck driving, including route driving and delivery operations.
  • Strong understanding of safety protocols and compliance standards related to commercial driving.
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple stops across regional routes confidently. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values safety, efficiency, and professionalism! This role offers an engaging work environment where your driving skills will directly contribute to our success while providing you with opportunities for growth within the transportation industry.

Call today at 270-885-1925 ext 1 or visit us at watkinsexpressfreight.com to apply. Come and experience a better career opportunity at Watkins Express Freight!

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Passenger ride along program
  • Pet rider program
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Numbers & Facts

LocationChattanooga, Tennessee
Salary$75,000

Skills

  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Delivery Drivingunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Transportation Routingunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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