Independent Contractor - Freight & Tractor-Trailer Driver

United States of America
• Full Time
• NCE

Pay Rate: Percentage of gross revenue

Bonus

Incentives:

Loyalty Bonus every six months and Safety Bonus for maintaining safe driving records and outstanding performance

Travel: Eager and fully prepared to travel to all 48 states (Canada and 5 Burroughs of NYC are optional)

We are a healthcare courier logistics company with a relentless focus on efficiency, reliability, compliance and customer satisfaction. We are dedicated to delivering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and equipment, and lab specimens to where and when they are needed the most. Leveraging over 20+ years of experience and expertise in healthcare logistics, NCE provides its partners with the confidence and resources needed to grow their business.

NCE is driven to exceed customer expectations by continuously innovating and improving the skills and resources required to be the most dependable and trusted partner for courier deliveries in healthcare.

Ensure the safe and prompt delivery of essential pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and equipment to empower pharmacies, healthcare providers, laboratories, and patients in their journey toward better health outcomes.

To be the leading provider of reliable and efficient medical supply logistics, ensuring that every healthcare stakeholder has seamless access to essential resources, ultimately contributing to healthier communities and improved patient outcomes worldwide.

We are seeking a professional and experienced Tractor‑Trailer Driver to join our logistics team. As a vital part of a time‑sensitive and high‑security delivery operation, you will be responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient transportation of critical freight across regional and national routes.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, on‑time performance, and exceptional customer service. In this role, you’ll pick up and deliver trailers between Service Centers and/or turn‑point locations via tractor‑trailer combinations.

• Operate and maintain a Class A commercial vehicle (tractor‑trailer) in accordance with FMCSA, DOT, and company policies and regulations.
• Perform daily pre‑trip, post‑trip and safety inspections and report any issues immediately.
• Hook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer.
• Transport high‑value, time‑sensitive, and/or temperature‑controlled freight safely and securely across designated routes.
• Ensure on‑time pick‑up and delivery of cargo as scheduled, maintaining strong communication with dispatch and operations team.
• Maintain all required logs and electronic documentation using ELD systems per company and federal standards.
• Interact professionally with clients, staff, and delivery recipients, upholding our NCE’s and our client’s standards of excellence.
• Load and unload freight as required.
• Comply with hazardous material regulations and procedures.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Obey and understand all traffic laws and regulations, including but not limited to wearing seat belts, follow speed limits, right‑of‑way rules, and traffic signals.
• Follow all safety procedures including cargo securement, hazmat handling (if certified), and emergency protocols.
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch (e.g. delays, arrivals, equipment problems), as required.
• May be required to perform chaining of vehicle tires.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Must possess a class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) with double/tripe, hazardous materials and tank endorsements.
  • The hazardous materials endorsement must be obtained prior to contract signing.
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable tractor‑trailer driving experience.
• Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standards.
  • Clean driving record with no citation or conviction of more than 2 moving violations during a 36‑month (3 year) period prior to application
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