Short Haul CDL A Driver - Home every other night - The Forward Group

Work 4 days on then take 4 days off and be home every other night while working! We have new and late model fully equipped trucks and prioritize your safety and compliance; we succeed or fail through our Drivers! We start at $22/HR with OT and our drivers average $1,100/wk with 4 days off in a row.

What you'll do:

  • Haul Amazon loads (100% no touch freight) using state of the art Amazon-branded equipment and technology, in new and late model fully equipped trucks

  • Our routes: home every other night. 4 days on 4 days off.

  • Drop and Hook 53' dry vans and containers in a 550 mile area around Chattanooga

Why you'll love working for an Amazon Freight Partner:

  • Competitive Pay: starting at $22. Our drivers average $1,100/WK with unheard of work/life balance. We have monthly safety bonuses and additional opportunities to earn more.

  • Consistent Schedules: Stable work all year- no contract to contract surprises

  • Time for Life: Not a typical truck driver schedule enabling drivers to spend more time with family and friends- or doing whatever you choose!
  • Compelling Benefits: We offer W2 employment with paid time off, medical, health and dental insurance, and 401(k).

What you'll need:

  • If you can't drive without smoking in a truck or you aren't interested in cleaning trucks at the end of every shift then DO NOT APPLY- we care about our team and our equipment!
  • Must be at least 21 years old with a valid Class A Commercial Driver License
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Record, DOT Med Card, and a good DAC/PSP reports
  • The ability to effectively use handheld technology and smart phone apps
  • The ability to work 14 HR shifts while driving a Class A tractor with 53' dry van trailer, driving up to 11 Hours/day

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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