Line Haul Driver

Job Description
Position Summary

Operates various tractor trailer combinations over long distances to deliver freight in a safe, claims‑free, and cost‑efficient manner.

• Drives tractor trailers to deliver and pickup freight between company terminals, customer facilities, or meeting points.
• Travels regionally and cross‑regionally while pulling single, double, or triple trailers.
• Follows established pre‑trip, post‑trip, freight handling, and billing procedures.
• Conducts inspections by following established safety and quality control procedures.
• Hooks, unhooks, and assesses equipment in compliance with Department of Transportation guidelines.
• Retains and maintains records, logs, forms, and load‑related paperwork.

Pay Rate: $0.752 - $0.840 per mile, 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

• Class A commercial driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Safe motor vehicle report and applicable endorsements, including hazmat, tankers, doubles, and triples.
• 1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience.
• No DUI, DWI or license suspension for moving violations in the last 3 years.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform various tasks of the job, including conversing with co‑workers and members of the general public; understanding oral and written instructions, governmental regulations; responding to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; understanding highway traffic signs and signals; and accurately reviewing and completing shipping documents, reports and records required for the position.

• Willingness to work long hauls and overnight hours.
• Prior experience hooking and unhooking trailers, handling dollies, and making and breaking trailer sets.
• Experience operating a forklift and a pallet jack.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and safety procedures.

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.