Local City Driver

Job Description

Saia is a logistics and transportation company that values its people, customers, and community. The role involves driving freight between company terminals and customer facilities within a defined geographic area while ensuring freight is delivered in a claims‑free and cost‑efficient manner.

Drive freight between company terminals and customer facilities or work sites within a defined geographic area, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, cost‑efficiently, and on time, and that freight is handled in accordance with company procedures.

• Drive tractor trailers to deliver and pick up customer freight.
• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight at various company and customer locations.
• Plan routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
• Follow established pre‑trip, post‑trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
• Conduct inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
• Retain and maintain records, forms, and load‑related paperwork.
• Serve as the first point‑of‑contact for delivery‑related issues.

$32.20 – $36.85 per hour, based on experience.

• 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
• Credit Union

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with hazmat, tanker, and twin trailer endorsements.
• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor‑trailer driving experience.
• No DUI, DWI, or license suspension for moving violations within the past 3 years.
• No chargeable accidents or serious traffic violations within the past 6 months.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds to and from trailers.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform the various tasks of the job, including communicating with co‑workers and members of the public, understanding oral and written instructions and regulations, responding to inquiries from management and government representatives, and accurately reviewing shipping documents, reports and records.

• Experience operating a forklift and pallet jack.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and safety procedures.
• Proven track record of safe driving and on‑time deliveries.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills when interacting with customers and terminal staff.
• Experience using electronic logging devices or other driver technology systems.

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.