CDL A Truck Driver

J&R Schugel seeks a professional CDL A Truck Driver to haul manufactured goods for a leading global innovator. In this 1099 contractor role, you'll operate late-model equipment on regional and long-haul routes, ensuring safe, on-time deliveries while complying with all DOT and FMCSA regulations. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, accurate ELD logging, freight securement, and professional customer service at pickup and delivery locations. Drivers benefit from consistent freight, competitive mileage-based earnings, and access to a safety-focused, supportive operations team.

Responsibilities

• Operate CDL A tractor-trailers safely on regional and long-haul routes
• Transport manufactured goods on schedule while following DOT regulations
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain logs
• Secure, load, and unload freight, ensuring product integrity
• Communicate with dispatch and shipping/receiving teams for route updates
• Follow company safety policies and report incidents or maintenance needs
• Manage trip planning, including fuel stops and hours-of-service compliance
• Provide professional customer service at delivery and pickup locations

Required Skills

• CDL Class A driving
• DOT and FMCSA compliance
• Electronic logging devices (ELD)
• Vehicle inspection and basic maintenance
• Freight securement
• Trip and route planning
• Time management
• Defensive driving
• Load documentation and paperwork
• Communication with dispatch