CDL Driver

At Pearson Logistics we believe in balance. Our local and regional routes depart daily from 3am – 10am and allow you to be home same-day. Work as much or as little as you want. In addition, we offer the following benefits:

· $60,000 - $120,000 per year

· $25.00+ per hour based on Experience, Local routes, Same-day routes

· $5,000 Sign-on Bonus paid during first 12 months

· $4,000 Safety & Performance Bonus paid $1,000 every 3 months

· Up to $0.60+ per mile based on Experience, Regional routes

· Hourly Detention Pay After 3 hours

· Per Diem Downtime Pay

· Stop Pay of $25.00 - $75.00 per location, plus possible Detention Pay

· 20 to 45+ hours available Weekly

· Free Health (Blue Care Network)

· Vacation Pay

· Dental, Vision, Short Term/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance

· 401k with $1 for $1 match up to 3%

· New trucks assigned to Driver

Job Description:

Responsible for operating Day Cabs and Sleeper Tractor-Trailers safely and on time from our Grand Rapids MI facility to our customers in Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin. Flexible schedule and routes. Must be qualified to drive by DOT, Company, State and Federal regulations.

Responsibilities:

 Safely drive assigned vehicles.

· Must be at least 21 years of age.

· Follow all company safety procedures and company policies.

· Responsible for delivery documentation, proof of delivery, etc.

· Communicate daily with dispatchers during route.

· Conduct inspections on assigned vehicles.

· Maintain clean vehicles.

Position Requirements:

· CDL-A; minimum 1-year driving experience

· Understanding of Refrigerated Reefer Trailers

· Ability to follow DOT and HOS requirements

· Ability to read and write in English

· Embrace a positive attitude during changing situations

· Ability to lift, push, or move products up to 50 lbs.

· Ability to bend and twist at the neck and waist

· Capable of working in various weather conditions

· Must have a winning attitude!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000 - $120,000 per year; $0.50 to $0.60 per mile

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Sign-on Bonus, Quarterly Safety Bonus

Schedule:

• Daily Home Time
• Consistent Weekly Year-Round Schedule

Supplemental pay types:

• Extra stop pay
• Safety bonus
• Signing bonus

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking route:

• Local

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute deliveries of refrigerated cargo
• Operate semi-trailer and flatbed trucks safely and efficiently
• Manage both local and long-distance routes, including interstate travel
• Maintain regular contact with customers during deliveries
• Adhere to all safety and regulatory compliance standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in commercial driving

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a valid CDL license with operation experience