Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Job description:
Entry-Level CDL Driver for Private Fleet (Recent Graduates Welcome!)
Start your driving career with a company that invests in your growth! This role is designed for new CDL-A drivers looking to gain experience withlocal West Michigan routes (Kalamazoo-based) before advancing into larger equipment and expanded regional runs.
Local runs to start → Growth into larger trucks and Midwest routes
Are you a recent CDL graduate looking for a company that will train, support, and grow your skills? Our shipping capabilities of perishable products are unmatched in the industry. If you have a professional demeanor and are ready to launch your career, we're looking for you!
What you get!
- Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, accident, short-term disability, life)
- 401(k) with match
- Company-issued uniforms
- Smartphone
- Paid training & mentorship program
- Drive well-maintained equipment
- Assigned equipment (as you progress)
- Local routes to build experience
- Clear path to higher pay, larger trucks, and regional driving
Responsibilities:
- Start with local deliveries and pick-ups throughout West Michigan (Kalamazoo-based routes)
- Operate company-owned tractors/trailers (training provided)
- Assist with delivery of perishable products
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections
- Maintain required certifications by DOT and OSHA
- Comply with company safety policies
- Perform tasks required to support and improve team operations
Requirements:
- Class A CDL license (Required)
- Recent CDL graduates encouraged to apply
- Strong willingness to learn and grow
- Ability to take direction
- Self-motivated
- Basic knowledge of DOT regulations (or willingness to learn)
- Ability to safely operate tractors/trailers (training provided)
*Safety, image, and professionalism are the keys to our success. We are an equal-opportunity employer. You will be subject to an MVR, employment exam, criminal background check, and drug screening.
Job Types: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Ability to Commute:
Byron Center, MI 49315 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Byron Center, MI 49315: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person