Local City Driver

Company: Saia, Inc.
Location: Conover
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Are you or somebody you know looking to advance your driving career? Are you looking to take your driving career to the next level? We have been Saia strong for over 90 years and are fully committed to your success, and consequently provide:

• 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
  
  Job Description
  Ready To Go Further?
  Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one -from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity -from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.
  
  Position Summary
  Drives freight between company terminals and customer facilities or work sites within a defined geographic area. Ensures freight is delivered in a claims-free and cost-efficient manner.
  
  Major Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.
  • Sorts, handles, loads, and unloads freight at various company and customer locations.
  • Plans routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
  • Follows established pre-trip, post-trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
  • Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
  • Retains and maintains records, forms, and load-related paperwork.
  • Serves as the first point-of-contact for delivery-related issues. Pay Rate: $28.00 - $32.25 per hour, based on experience Pay Range: - , General Benefits: Health Insurance with Medical, Rx & Vision
    Dental Insurance
    Free Life Insurance
    Free Short-term Disability
    401(k) with immediate vesting & company match
    Immediate eligibility for Holiday Pay
    Paid Vacation days and Personal/Sick Days
    Employee Stock Purchase plan
    
    Job Requirements
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Class A commercial driver's license.
    • Safe motor vehicle report and applicable endorsements, including hazmat, tankers, doubles, and triples.
    • 1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience.
    • Experience operating a forklift and pallet jack.
    • Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
      Benefits
      At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.
      
      Make Your Move
      At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.
      
      So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.
      Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
      
      
      
      

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