Straight Truck Driver Job at Saia, Inc. in Buford

Overview

We are seeking reliable drivers with a great driving record and a passion for customer service to join the LinkEx final mile delivery team. Our Straight Truck Delivery Drivers operate 26' straight trucks within the geographic service area, driving between company and customer delivery sites. These drivers sort, handle, load, and unload freight at various commercial and residential locations. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits. A commercial driver's license is not required for this position.

Benefits

• Full benefits package - medical/vision/Rx
• Weekly paycheck
• 401(k) with immediate company match
• Great home time
• Stable work - Average driver tenure is over 7 years
• Great Culture
• Leadership that cares

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license issued by the state of legal residence
• Successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• Able to lift and move heavy packages and boxes
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and customer service skills

Job Description

We are seeking reliable drivers with a great driving record and a passion for customer service to join the LinkEx final mile delivery team. Our Straight Truck Delivery Drivers operate 26' straight trucks within the geographic service area, driving between company and customer delivery sites. These drivers sort, handle, load, and unload freight at various commercial and residential locations.

Delivery and Route Details

• Deliver a full route, which may be planned up to 10 hours, but possibly completed in less
• Be comfortable working in inclement weather, making frequent delivery stops (10 or more per shift)
• Operate liftgate, pallet jack, two-wheeler, forklift, and similar freight handling tools
• Work 8+ hour days, typically Monday-Friday, between 5:00 AM and 8:00 PM

Driver Safety Requirements

• No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations in any vehicle within three (3) years of the date of application
• No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within a six (6) month period immediately preceding the date of application
• No more than 2 moving violations and 1 chargeable accident within three (3) years of the date of application
• Applicant must have some driving experience within the last 2 years

Eligible Candidates

• Be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, and law enforcement officials
• Be comfortable working in inclement weather, making frequent delivery stops (10 or more per shift)
• Be capable of operating liftgate, pallet jack, two-wheeler, forklift, and similar freight handling tools