Job Description
Pioneer Tank Lines is a small, family-owned transportation company specializing in transporting hazardous materials and hazardous waste. The safety of our employees and the public is of the utmost importance to us, as reflected in our FMCSA safety scores. Our drivers are home weekly to enjoy time with their family and friends.
Our operations span all 48 states, with the upper Midwest as our primary area. We run both varied and dedicated lanes with minimal brokered loads. Most outbound freight is preloaded, and most deliveries are drop and hook. Loads returning to MN are usually brought to our yard and delivered by our local drivers. We maximize drive time whenever possible. Sundays out are needed 1 to 2 times per month. Our fleet of Kenworth trucks is serviced consistently. Most freight is loaded on 53' van trailers, but we also have end dump, tanker, and roll-off opportunities for the right driver.
*Position requirements*:
* Safe driving record
* Minimum of one + years of Class A driving with Over The Road experience.
* Hazmat and Tanker experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate if time allows.
* 13 speed experience is preferred because only have a few automatics.
* Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to read and write English.
* A thorough understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulations.
* Willingness to learn the specialized hazardous materials/waste carrier regulations.
* Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
*Our Class A OTR drivers receive the following*:
* An average of $104K per year with the potential to earn more.
* Most weekly resets are at home at the end of the week.
* Pay per mile.
* Hourly pay for loading and unloading time.
* Per diem.
* An average of 2800 to 3500 miles per week, with the opportunity to run more.
* Weekly pay.
* Reimbursement for endorsement renewals and DOT physicals.
* Paid Time Off.
* Paid medical and dental coverage for employees.
* Medical and dental coverage at a discounted rate for dependents.
* 401k with company match available after 90 days of service.
*Qualifications*
* Tractor-trailer
* Commercial driving
* Commercial vehicle
* CDL
* Air Brake Endorsement
*Responsibilities*
* Operate and drive a Class A tractor-trailer safely over long distances.
* Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
* Load and unload freight, ensuring proper handling and securing of cargo.
* Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel usage.
* Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules.
* Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, including those related to Hazmat and tanker endorsements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Cell phone reimbursement
* Dental insurance
* Fuel card
* Health insurance
* Paid orientation
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Paid toll fees
* Paid training
* Prescription drug insurance
* Referral program
* Safety equipment provided
Work Location: On the road
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Local area,