Job Info
- Job Location: Peoria, Illinois
- Route Type: Local
- Type of Assignment: Direct Hire
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Job Requirements
- Experience: 2+ years
- Handling: Light Touch
Additional Information
Local CDL-A Flatbed Driver - $30/hr (DOE) + OT - Peoria, IL Pay Information: - Pay Rate: $30.00+ per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
- Overtime: Paid after 40 hours worked
- Estimated Weekly Earnings: Approximately $1,200-$1,350+ per week, depending on experience and overtime worked
Route & Load Details: - Route Type: Local, home daily
- Delivery Area: 60+ miles from Peoria, IL to Clinton, IL, 2-3 loads per day
- Freight: Steel coils, steel beams, and other industrial materials
- Equipment: 2027 International automatic day cabs
- Handling: Driver is loaded by a forklift operator each day. Driver is responsible for spotting the forklift operator during loading, securing the load, and strapping/unstrapping freight at delivery locations. No tarping.
Schedule: - Employment Type: Full-time
- Days: Monday-Friday
- Start Time: Between 5:00 AM and 7:00 AM
- Shift Length: Approximately 8-9 hours per day
- Weekly Hours: 40-45 hours
- Overtime: As needed, paid after 40 hours
Job Responsibilities: - Safely operate a CDL A flatbed truck on local routes.
- Transport steel coils and beams while following all DOT and company safety standards.
- Spot the forklift operator during loading.
- Secure loads using straps and ensure freight is properly secured before transport.
- Unstrap loads at customer delivery locations.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Complete driver logs and required paperwork.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and operations.
- Work safely in a physically demanding role, including prolonged periods outdoors in very hot conditions.
- Must be capable of working in high-heat environments for 8-10 hours per day.
Minimum Requirements: - Valid CDL Class A
- Minimum 2 years of recent, relevant, verifiable CDL A driving experience
- Flatbed experience required
- Heavy haul or oversized load experience (6-12 months) preferred but not required
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record with no major violations or preventable accidents within the past 3 years
- Must meet all DOT and FMCSA qualifications
Benefits: - Competitive weekly pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Referral Program
At TransForce, drivers come first. We treat our drivers with respect, provide consistent support, and connect you with quality opportunities that fit your goals. Your safety is our top priority, and we maintain strict compliance with all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
TransForce is accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
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