CDL-A Semi-Local Reefer Driver – NYC Routes | Good Pay

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Salt City Trucking

CDL-A Semi-Local Reefer Driver – NYC Routes | Good Pay

Dover, DE
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    CDL-A Semi-Local Frozen Food Driver – $86K + $5K Bonus

    Earn approximately $86,000 per year on a dedicated semi-local frozen food account with a $5,000 bonus. Drivers average approximately 1,800 miles per week , typically spend 3 nights out in the truck , and make deliveries across the Northeast and surrounding states, including New York City.

    Pay Details

    $86,000 per year

    • Average Weekly Pay: $1,700
    • $5,000 Bonus
    • $50-$100 when a driver unload is required
    • Detention paid in 15-minute increments after 2 hours
    • $20/hour safety training pay

    Job Details

    • Dedicated frozen food account

    • Approximately 1,800 miles per week

    • Deliver frozen chicken to distribution centers, stores, and independent retailers

    • Delivery territory includes:

      • CT, DE, MA, MD, NH, NJ
      • NY, including NYC
      • NC, OH, PA, RI, and VA

    • Approximately 3-5 loads per week

    • Approximately 3-4 outbound loads per week

    • Average 6 stops per week

    • Typical pickup times between 5:00 PM-3:00 AM , based on Hours of Service

    • Out-and-back operation with a 10-hour break before another load on shorter runs

    • May shut down off-site for a 10-hour reset before the next pickup

    • Backhauls required on certain loads when available

    • NYC deliveries account for approximately 25% of the work, or about once per week per driver

    • City driving is required

    • Conventional automatic sleeper trucks

    • Trucks cannot be taken home during time off

    Shift Details

    • 6-day workweek with a 34-hour reset
    • Typically 3 nights out per week
    • Days off generally fall on Saturday/Sunday, Sunday/Monday, or Monday/Tuesday
    • Days off vary from week to week
    • Night work
    • Drivers may operate using recap hours
    • Account operates 24/7/365
    • Holiday work is expected , including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's

    Freight & Unloading

    • Approximately 90% lumper unload
    • Approximately 10% driver unload
    • Driver unloads may require hand unloading, pallet jack, or dollies depending on the customer
    • Driver unload pays $50
    • For lumper deliveries, drivers contact the designated lumper service before arrival so unloading can be arranged

    Job Requirements

    • Valid Class A CDL
    • Minimum 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL experience
    • Clean driving record
    • Valid DOT Medical Card
    • No SAP drivers
    • Must be comfortable with NYC/city driving
    • Must be willing to perform driver unloads when required
    • Ability to work nights and spend multiple nights out
    • Ability to manage Hours of Service and recap operations