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Class 'A' CDL - Regional Driver

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, Waskom, TX, United States


Job Purpose
The Mileage truck driver position will drive a pre‑planned regional route to deliver freight to internal and external customers.

Sign‑On Bonus
$5,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Job Details

Req ID: 11862BR

City: Waskom

State: Texas

Job Category: Production - Hourly

Facility Location: Waskom, TX Wheel Shop - 059

Key Job Elements

Driving truck pulling flatbed

Securing freight to flatbed trailer with chains, binders, and straps (no tarping required)

Reading maps and planning trips

Conducting pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections on equipment

Completing driver’s paperwork (logs, trip reports, DVIRs, etc.)

Scheduling maintenance of equipment with the shop

Inspecting motor vehicles

Following safety procedures for vehicle operation

Inspecting cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured

Recording operational or production data

Reporting vehicle or equipment malfunctions

Securing cargo

Education / Training

Class A CDL

2 years of verifiable driving experience

Qualifications and Experience

Must be at least 25 years of age

Must have a valid Class A CDL license with a good driving record

Must have at least 2 years of recent OTR verifiable tractor‑trailer experience (flatbed preferred)

Compliance with state and federal DOT rules and regulations

Engaging personality with a stable work history

Ability to communicate with all levels of employees and customers

Attention to detail with driver’s paperwork

Be able to climb onto and down from the trailer

Possess sufficient strength to tie down a load properly

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time‑Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

Site Specific Relocation and Sign‑on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full‑time/part‑time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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