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Universal Dedicated of Detroit is seeking reliable CDL-A drivers for local shuttle routes based in Detroit, MI. This is a great opportunity to join a union position with steady freight, consistent schedules, and daily home time.
Terminal Location:
14250 Plymouth Rd Detroit, MI
Pay:
$22.50/hour experienced drivers
$21.00/hour for 0-1 year experience
After 1 year jumps to $24.25/hour
Position Details:
Local shuttle routes (home daily)
1st shift opening 5 am - 2:30 pm
Light touch freight (not loading and unloading but will involve chaining or strapping up loads that drivers are held accountable for)
2–3 runs per day between terminal and customer locations
Consistent 8–9 hour workdays
OT after 40 hours (5-10 hours usually for 5 day work week. more if a 6th day is offered)
Stable, year-round work
Union position (Teamsters Local 299)
Seniority-based route bidding every 6 months
Responsibilities:
Safely transport materials between terminal and customer locations
Follow delivery schedules based on customer production needs
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Maintain DOT compliance at all times
Communicate with dispatch and operations teams
Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment
Training:
T2T (Train-to-Train) program required for recent graduates
Experienced drivers may be exempt based on prior experience