Class A Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Bonnie Plants is seeking a reliable, safety-focused Class A Truck Driver with strong physical and mental stamina, dedicated work ethic, and a commitment to delivering products accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and maintains a clean driving record. This role requires the ability to work long hours on the road while consistently upholding company and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maneuver assigned Class A vehicles in compliance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 26,000 lbs. and tow loads over 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailers are properly secured and correctly attached to tractor units.
• Transport live goods and hard goods from origin to designated destinations.
• Secure cargo to prevent shifting, damage, or breakage during transit.
• Verify that shipment contents match the manifest and obtain necessary signatures or warehouse scans upon delivery.
• Maintain regular communication with dispatch and report any delivery or route issues promptly.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections and accurately document findings.
• Monitor weather and road conditions prior to departure and adjust driving accordingly.
• Keep vehicles clean, organized, and presentable at all times.
• Schedule and perform routine vehicle maintenance tasks (fueling, fluid checks, tire pressure, etc.) and promptly report major maintenance needs.
• Follow all delivery schedules and take required rest breaks in accordance with DOT guidelines.
• Adhere to all Company, Local, State, and Federal regulations, including ICC and DOT requirements.
• Prioritize safety and maintain a high standard of professionalism at all times.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Minimum 2 years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Clean driving record with no recent moving violations.
• Ability to pass a background check, DOT physical, and drug screening.
• Proven ability to operate large commercial vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Skilled in maneuvering and parking tractor-trailers in various environments.
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and focus.
• Physically and mentally capable of meeting job demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate electric lifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and related equipment.
• Proficiency with truck-rated GPS and routing systems.
• Dependable, self-disciplined, and resourceful, with strong stress-management skills.