CDLA OTR Driver

Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, we operate the largest fresh 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution and cross-docking services. We operate refrigerated and non-refrigerated warehouses for storage needs but also Value Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting and fulfillment needs. We work with some of the household names that your family puts on the dinner table every night. It’s an important job, one that makes a difference in your community. This is the first step in launching your career with a family-run company that cares about you, your family and your success. We encourage our employees to learn and grow with us, while enjoying the friendly culture and great benefits that come with the MRS experience.

At Midwest Refrigerated Services, we are driven by our Midwest Values of:

Modesty
Integrity
Dependability
Work Ethic
Efficiency
Safety
Trust

It is the expectation that all employees exemplify these values.

General Position Overview:

This position must possess and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver License for at least 2 years. Qualify meeting the requirements of a Federal Medical Card and the fit for duty standards. Be able to operate all facets of tractor / trailer combination equipment in a satisfactory and safe manner. Possess strong communication abilities to interface with customers and the public representing the company in a positive and professional manner.

Compensation:

Average Annual Earnings: $75,000-$100,000+
Activity Based Pay- Miles, stop, pick up and detention.
Mileage Bands
0-150 miles =$0.75/mile
151-300 miles = $0.70/mile
301-500 miles = $0.65/mile
501-750 miles = $0.60/mile
750+ miles = $0.55/mile
Other
$28.00 Drop and pick up pay - all drops that are live load/unload
Detention = $23.00/per hour (after 2 hours, in 30 min increments)
Layover pay = $240.00/per day- starting on third day.
MRS offers Over the Road Driver Retention up to $5,000.
Safety Bonus- Annually and quarterly
Referral bonus- up to $1,500 per referral.
Paid via direct deposit Bi-weekly

Home Time, Route & Schedule:

Home Time: Home Weekly for Wisconsin Residents
Schedule: 5 and 1/2 days out and home 1 and 1/2 days per week
Route: Multiple Stop consolidation over-the-road fleet running from one of our consolidation locations in the Milwaukee area setting sail to deliver to 48 states
Generally, our loads are 1-7 drops taking 1-2 days to deliver, and drivers get a backhaul then return back weekly to the Milwaukee terminal.
NO Touch Freight: Drop and hook or live unloads using lumpers.

Benefits and Perks:

MRS benefit offerings available the 1st of the month following 30 days of hire include:

medical, dental, vision, flex spending account, and dependent care
Additional benefits available 1st of the month following 60 days of hire include:
Critical Illness, Identity Theft, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, company paid life insurance, company paid short-term disability, company paid long term disability and 401K plan with company match.
Our employees also enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay (with 2 Floating Holidays)
Referral Bonuses
Access to the EAP program
Our benefits provide employees with flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their needs.

General Accountabilities include:

Complete daily logbooks & vehicle inspection reports
Complete customer & task specific trip reports
Hooking/unhooking various tractor trailer combinations, lower/raise landing gear & open/close cargo doors.
Observe & abide by all company policies in the Company Handbook/ Driver Safety Manual
Operate within the guidelines of all state & federal DOT regulations.
Accurately & legibly complete all required paperwork associated with the delivery of freight.
Maintain a daily record of duty status in accordance with federal, state & company requirements.

Skills Required:

Ability to repeatedly bend at the waist/neck, twist & rotate hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows and forearms.
Ability to appraise, evaluate & adequately respond to environmental strain/emotional stress.
Ability to withstand abrupt hour changes, irregular work/rest cycles, noise/vibration, temperature/weather extremes, irregular meals, and delays.
Available for flexible start/finish time to accommodate customer requests.
Be able to climb in and out of tractor & trailer

Prerequisites:

Possess & maintain a valid Class “A” CDL Commercial Driver License for at least 2 years.
Possess satisfactory, verifiable experience and/or appropriate training in Interstate Commercial Class “A” Vehicle Operation & the transportation of freight.
Meet the requirement of a Federal Medical Card & the Fit for Duty Standard

Midwest Refrigerated Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.

Apply directly at: DRIVE4MRS.COM or call to speak with our recruiting team

Work Location: In person

Beyond the job benefits already listed above for truck driving jobs in Milwaukee, there are several other key advantages for truckers living here. With several ports on the west side of Lake Michigan including the Port of Milwaukee, City of Port Washington, and the Port of Green Bay, there is a steady stream of work for truck drivers living in Milwaukee. Whether it is a marine engine, and aircraft engine or any of the other products in Wisconsin, there is continuous need for truckers combines with a solid quality of life.