Regional/ local Truck Driver in Houston
Company
Teal Logistics LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Indeed
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Job Description
Job description
EXPANDING OPERATIONS!
Teal Logistics, in connection with FedEx Ground is looking to hire drivers. This position is a 5 days / 2 days 0ff.
What We Offer:
· Weekly pay, direct deposit
· Health Insurance Availability
· Competitive pay -- We pay competitive rate, We pay 95 cents per mile for all trips less than 60 miles. And for miles greater than 60 miles we pay 70 cents per miles. on top of that we also pay an extra $8.00 for pulling double trailers and $5.00 for pulling trailers. Our aim is to offer within 35% to 40% of the gross revenue to our drivers .
· Full-time or Part-time work. Our drivers only work 4 days and have 4 days off. Drivers also have the ability work extra days.
· Regional or Nationwide driving opportunities
· Driving Teams welcome
Skills Needed:
· Valid Class A Truck Driving License
· Proven work experience as a truck driver with minimum of 3 years truck driving experience with a 53’ trailer
· Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB, APU units, etc.)
· Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
· Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations under DOT and FMCSA
· No recent moving or driving violations
· Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $0.87 - $0.90 per mile
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Trucking Driver Type:
• Company driver
• Solo driver
Trucking Route:
• Local
• Regional
Work Days:
• Weekdays
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
EXPANDING OPERATIONS!
Teal Logistics, in connection with FedEx Ground is looking to hire drivers. This position is a 5 days / 2 days 0ff.
What We Offer:
· Weekly pay, direct deposit
· Health Insurance Availability
· Competitive pay -- We pay competitive rate, We pay 95 cents per mile for all trips less than 60 miles. And for miles greater than 60 miles we pay 70 cents per miles. on top of that we also pay an extra $8.00 for pulling double trailers and $5.00 for pulling trailers. Our aim is to offer within 35% to 40% of the gross revenue to our drivers .
· Full-time or Part-time work. Our drivers only work 4 days and have 4 days off. Drivers also have the ability work extra days.
· Regional or Nationwide driving opportunities
· Driving Teams welcome
Skills Needed:
· Valid Class A Truck Driving License
· Proven work experience as a truck driver with minimum of 3 years truck driving experience with a 53’ trailer
· Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB, APU units, etc.)
· Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
· Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations under DOT and FMCSA
· No recent moving or driving violations
· Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $0.87 - $0.90 per mile
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Trucking Driver Type:
• Company driver
• Solo driver
Trucking Route:
• Local
• Regional
Work Days:
• Weekdays
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
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