Yard Jockey/ Regional Tractor Trailer

Sign on Bonus Available

 

This employment opportunity is part of a team of drivers that move trailers between our drop yard, main plant and locations in Waterville, ME, Hermon, ME and Hooksett, NH. Our drop yards are easy to navigate, and these are great routes for those that do not prefer city/urban routes with a lot of traffic. Our local management team fosters a collaborative environment and works hard to develop and maintain schedules that work for our team members. We have an extremely strong compensation package including one of the best paid time off policies in New England.

 

Although there is an abundance of employment opportunities, here is what makes this position and Oakhurst one of the strongest employers and greatest value for you and your family: 

• All shifts are based upon a 4-day work week with a 4-week rotation that includes two back-to-back days off as well as every Sunday and some Saturday’s
• Most shifts start late afternoon and are structured to be on the road with your first trip by 4:00pm.
• Compensation is based upon experience after a short skills evaluation. If you are experienced with a great safety record, you will earn at the higher end of the compensation range.
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus paid after successful completion of six months of employment
• 3 ½ weeks of vacation time off in year #1, plus paid holidays and sick time
• Drivers that operate safely will earn up to a $1000 safety bonus annually
• Medical, dental and 401K with a company matching contribution
• We own our equipment and have our own fleet maintenance facility and staff on-site
• Driver schedules, route organization, process improvement coordinated by local management team
• Our tractor fleet continues to be upgraded each year – most all with automatic transmissions
• 100-year company with strong community ties and the support of a farmer-owned parent company

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL
• Existing or ability to obtain a DOT medical Card
• Operational Knowledge of Hours-of-Service rules and regulations
• Ability to perform safe pre/post trip inspections in accordance with DOT standards
• NOTE: Starting compensation based upon skills and experience presented

 

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour

 

Benefits:

• 401(k) w/matching contribution
• Medical & Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Supplemental pay types:

• Safety bonus
• Signing bonus

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Trucking home time:

• Home daily

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year Preferred

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)

Work Location: One location