CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

Company: Averitt
Location: Kingsport
Posted on: January 6, 2022

Job Description:

We're hiring immediately! Dedicated drivers enjoy the many privileges that come with having consistent customers. Unlike some driver positions, this one gives you a better idea of the number of miles and hours each week holds, which means you'll have a better idea of what to expect in every paycheck. And because you know your customers and their typical freight load, you'll never be surprised or slowed down by unusual shipments.

As a full time, Dedicated Truck Driver, you can expect:
Competitive pay:
Average $1,490 per week; $77,480 per year
Starting pay of .50 cpm
Average 2,700 miles per week
$20 stop pay
Average 7 stops per week

Company sponsored per diem program

Drivers will be required to reset while on the road, dispatch is based on freight availability and location
Dispatch time is 2 weeks plus
Drivers can expect to log 70 hours in 8 days; may have to take a reset on the road
If out for three weeks, three days home. If out for four weeks, four days home. (typically, home on Friday's and out on Monday's)
Dispatches and start /delivery times are received the prior day and assigned to drivers
Deliver trailers loaded with portable storage units to storage centers or hub facilities
Destination site personnel will unload & reload portable storage
Driver is responsible to strap, unstrap and secure portable storage units and containers
Pick up and deliver in all 48 states: no NYC deliveries
This is an assigned sleeper driver position, may have to do a reset on the road
$18 per hour while operating forklift to seldom load and unload (training provided)
Full Time CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver Benefits:

Paid time off including 8 paid holidays (after 90 days)
Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $88.90/week for family plans and $34.15/week for individual plans
Rider policy available for legally married spouses
Profit Sharing plan allows you to share in the rewards of our efforts, with a portion of our profits given back to you as monthly direct deposits into your retirement account
Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals
Averitt's fleet includes local, dedicated, and regional truck driver jobs. Drivers can change their driving preferences as their careers progress, including opportunities in operations and leadership
Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver!

Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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