Job Description & Benefits
Drivers
Job Description
Job Summary
We’re looking for trustworthy CDL drivers to transport goods from various shippers to destinations east of the Rocky Mountains.
As one of our drivers, you’ll have the opportunity to see and visit locations across the country. You’ll enjoy freedom and independence on the road and get a taste of the local flavor everywhere you go.
Job Responsibilities
- Adhere to traffic safety regulations and all laws at all times while on the job.
- Represent Berry Transportation professionally and communicate with customers and their staff respectfully.
- Exercise caution in treacherous circumstances and report unsafe vehicle or road conditions.
- Perform safety checks for brakes, steering column, lights, and mirrors prior to each leg of your journey to ensure road readiness and compliance.
- Follow and maintain loading protocols, using chains and binders to secure cargo and re-checking their stability throughout trips.
- Perform additional “secure load” protocols when required.
- Inspect trailers before and after loading, paying attention to the status of the air lines and jack positions, adjusting as necessary.
- Document hours accurately using electronic logs.
- Count product during loading and unloading.
- Assist in unloading cargo when delivery sites are understaffed.
- Use GPS to stay informed of route information.
- Communicate with the office staff as needed.
Required Job Skills & Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Class A CDL
- Two (2) or more years experience working as a CDL driver with no legal or safety incidents on record.
- No more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.
- Must be 23 years of age or older.
- Must pass a drug screening.
- Must pass a background check.
Preferred
- Completion of a professional truck driving educational program
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- At least 1 year of Flatbed trailer experience.
Perks & Benefits
New & Well Maintained Equipment
Weekly Direct Deposits for Payroll
Health Insurance Allowance
Safety Bonus
Paid Vacation After One Year
Driver Referral Bonus
Home Weekly
Per-Diem Pay
Pet Friendly
Layover Pay
Pay for Additional Stops
XM Radio & E-Logs in All Tractors
100% No Touch Freight
Pre-Planned Load
Team Driver Runs
Make 28%-32% of Gross Revenue
We take care of our drivers!
Join the Family
Head Office
272 Hwy 95, Eufaula, AL 36027
Call Us
(334) 232-4523
EMAIL US
recruiting@berrytransportation.com