Driver, Regional (IL - OH)

Driver, Regional (IL - OH)

Itasca

Nearest Major Market: Chicago

The regional Truck Driver safety and efficiently completed regional deliveries with care, professionalism, and precision. The CDL A Driver is responsible for executing same-day pickup and delivery (P&D) operations within a defined geographic area, ensuring safe, timely, and accurate transportation of freight. This role requires a safety-first mindset, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to providing high-quality, professional service. Drivers are expected to manage multiple stops per shift, maintain accurate shipment documentation, and represent DSV professionally at all customer interactions.

Benefits of Driving with DSV:

• Drivers start at $.0.65 - S0.68 CPM based on experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match.
• Generous PTO package including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 and 6 paid holidays a year.
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options.
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drives semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more.
• Backs trailers to customer dock.
• Maintains compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior.
• Communicates with customer representatives in pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner.
• Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers.
• Complies with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing).
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle.
• Ensure that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving.
• Swings and secures trailer doors.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid CDL A License required
• Minimum 2 years of CDL A driving experience within the last 4 years (3+ years preferred)
• Must meet DOT qualification requirements (FMCSR 391.41)
• No positive drug or alcohol test results in the past five (5) yrs.
• No accident involving bodily injury within the last three (3) yrs.
• Experience in local P&D operations, multi-stop routing, and urban driving environments preferred
• Strong understanding of load securement and freight handling
• Ability to navigate efficiently using GPS and route planning tools
• Demonstrated customer service skills and professionalism in customer-facing environments
• Experience handling high-value or sensitive freight preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• TWIC card (or ability to obtain within 90 days, if required)
• Hazmat endorsement requires

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to operate a commercial vehicle and perform physical freight handling activities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle
• Use hands and fingers to operate steering wheel, controls, GPS, and electronic logging devices
• Frequently enter and exit the cab (46 feet) multiple times per shift
• Lift, carry, push, and pull freight ranging from 1125 pounds (team lift or equipment-assisted when required)
• Lift up to 50 pounds independently
• Frequently reach at or above shoulder height, at waist level, and below waist level
• Bend, twist, squat, kneel, and crouch during loading/unloading and inspections
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor and trailer
• Hook/unhook trailers, operate landing gear, fifth wheel release, and related equipment
• Walk and stand for portions of the shift on surfaces such as concrete, metal, or dock plates, which may be uneven, wet, or slippery
• Operate foot pedals and manual transmission (if applicable)
• Work Environment:
• While performing the duties of this role, the employee works in a combination of environments including inside a truck cab and outdoors at customer locations, terminals, and on public roadways. The position requires regular exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind during loading and unloading activities. The employee may also be exposed to diesel fumes, airborne particles, noise, and vibration associated with operating commercial vehicles. Work is frequently performed in busy warehouse yards, loading docks, and urban delivery environments, which may include tight spaces, traffic congestion, and time-sensitive delivery schedules. Noise levels can range from moderate inside the cab to loud at customer sites and industrial locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $0.65 $0.68 CPM. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com.