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CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver - Full Time

Averitt - Meridian, MS

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Posted on 01/27/25 (Ref: MSiXeTuJyU-584929_20192)

CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver - Meridian, MS - Averitt
Call us at (877) 838-0380 or Apply Online Below!

We're looking for CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Drivers who want consistent routes, predictable pay, and the ability to be home every day. If you're ready for a stable position with competitive pay and excellent benefits, this is the job for you.

Why Choose Averitt?

Competitive Pay and Benefits:

  • Average Pay: $1,400 per week ($72,800/year )
  • Start at: .56 cpm
  • Weekly Miles: Average of 2,500 miles per week
  • Additional Pay:
    • Stop pay: $25 per stop (5-7 stops per week)
    • Loading/unloading pay: $25 per stop
  • Schedule: Monday through Saturday with varying start/end times (Saturdays are mandatory)
  • Home Daily: Most routes are local deliveries with daily home time
  • Occasional Overnight: Some routes may require a 10-hour sleeper berth break 1-2 times per week
Job Responsibilities
  • Deliver portable storage units to customer storage facilities across MS, AL, GA, TN, and LA (19+ locations)
  • Forklift training provided for loading/unloading units (when necessary)
  • Secure loads with straps and drive to destinations
CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver Benefits
  • Paid time off including 8 paid holidays
  • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and hearing coverage starting as low as $38.25/week (individual) and $101.10/week (family) after 30 days
  • Rider policy for legally married spouses
  • Profit Sharing: Monthly direct deposits into your retirement account
  • Referral rewards: Cash bonuses for referrals
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for local, regional, and leadership roles within Averitt

Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Local 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

Pay Range: - , General Benefits:
  • Must live within a 75-mile radius
  • Minimum of 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years
  • Must have a valid Class A CDL
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • No reckless driving convictions in the last 5 years
  • No DUI convictions in the last 5 years
  • No suspensions or revocations for moving violations within the past 5 years
  • No serious moving violations in the last 12 months (e.g., 15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, fatal accidents involving a CMV)
  • No more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
  • No preventable DOT-recordable accidents in the last 3 years
Essential functions:
  • Lift and move side kits -lift requirements: 46 lbs
  • Secure load with chains and hardware - lift requirements: 80 lbs
  • Climb onto and off of the flatbed trailer/load
  • Count freight
  • Complete fuel tickets
  • Complete delivery receipt
  • Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs
  • Perform pre-trip inspections
  • Drive
  • Extensive travel - ability to sit upright for extended periods of time.
  • Regular predictable attendance

CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver - Meridian, MS - Averitt
Call us at (877) 838-0380 or Apply Online Below!