CDL-A Regional/OTR Flatbed Driver – Manual Transmission
*Company:* Rochester Insulated Glass
*Home terminal:* Manchester, New York
*Employment type:* Full-time
*Base pay:* $25 per hour
*Overtime rate:* Time and a half
*Typical hours:* Approximately 50–52 hours per week
*Schedule:* Variable; weekly overnight travel required
Position Summary
Rochester Insulated Glass is seeking a dependable, safety-focused CDL-A driver to operate a company-owned manual-transmission tractor-trailer and flatbed.
This position is based at our headquarters in Manchester, New York. Drivers typically complete several trips per week, with departure days and times determined by an agreed-upon schedule and customer demand. Routes may contain one delivery stop or several stops at customer shops and active job sites.
Our delivery area includes the Northeast, extending south to Virginia and North Carolina and west through portions of the Midwest. Return trips may include Rochester Insulated Glass packaging materials or an empty trailer.
Drivers are responsible for unloading deliveries with a truck-mounted Moffett forklift. Previous Moffett experience is helpful but not required; Rochester Insulated Glass will provide training. The tractor, trailer, Moffett, and other necessary equipment are provided by Rochester Insulated Glass.
The schedule varies, and extensive overtime opportunities are available. Manual-transmission tractor-trailer operation is required.
Compensation and Benefits
* Base pay of $25 per hour
* Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
* Extensive overtime opportunities
* Typical schedule of approximately 50–52 hours per week
* Employer-sponsored medical and dental insurance
* Employer-paid life and disability insurance
* Employer 401(k) contribution
* Company-provided tractor, trailer, Moffett, and related equipment
* Kenworth Truck with sleeper
* Per diem
* Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Historical Earnings Example
Based on the most recent full year of payroll for this position, one driver:
* Averaged approximately 51 hours per week
* Worked approximately 2,665 hours during the year
* Earned approximately $76,000 in gross wages
* Received approximately $10,700 in employer-paid health, retirement, dental, life, and disability benefits
* Received a combined wages-and-benefits value of approximately $87,000
This historical example is provided for informational purposes and is not a guarantee of future earnings. Actual earnings will depend on the employee’s hourly rate, hours worked, available overtime, benefit eligibility, and benefit elections.
Primary Responsibilities
* Begin each assigned trip at Rochester Insulated Glass headquarters in Manchester, New York.
* Complete all required pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip safety inspections.
* Inspect the tractor, trailer, Moffett, load, and related equipment before departure.
* Use professional driving knowledge and judgment to comply with all applicable safety standards.
* Safely operate a company-owned manual-transmission tractor-trailer and flatbed.
* Follow all DOT, FMCSA, traffic, hours-of-service, safety, and company requirements.
* Transport company products throughout the Northeast, Virginia, North Carolina, and portions of the Midwest.
* Complete routes containing one or multiple delivery stops.
* Deliver to customer shops and active job sites.
* Verify that each load is properly positioned and secured before departure.
* Inspect and recheck load securement as required during transit.
* Safely unload deliveries using a truck-mounted Moffett forklift.
* Safely load and transport company packaging materials on return trips when required.
* Return to Manchester with packaging materials or an empty trailer, depending on the assigned route.
* Maintain accurate electronic logs, vehicle inspection reports, bills of lading, delivery records, and other required documentation.
* Communicate professionally with supervisors, dispatch, customers, and job-site personnel.
* Notify the company promptly of delays, delivery issues, unsafe site conditions, equipment problems, accidents, or other concerns.
* Protect company equipment and customer products from loss or damage.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and professional tractor, trailer, and work area.
* Work a variable schedule based on customer demand and the agreed-upon delivery schedule.
* Perform other related driving and delivery duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
* Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A).
* Must be qualified and experienced in operating a manual-transmission tractor-trailer.
* CDL must not contain an “E – No Manual Transmission” restriction.
* CDL must not contain an “L” or “Z” air-brake restriction.
* Previous tractor-trailer driving experience.
* Ability and willingness to complete several trips per week.
* Ability and willingness to travel overnight each week.
* Availability to work a variable schedule based on customer demand.
* Current DOT medical certification.
* Safe driving history and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
* Ability to meet all applicable DOT driver-qualification requirements.
* Ability to pass required DOT pre-employment drug testing and other lawful pre-employment screenings.
* Knowledge of safe flatbed operation and load-securement practices.
* Ability to complete company-provided Moffett training successfully.
* Ability to work independently, follow route and delivery instructions, and communicate effectively.
* Dependable attendance and flexibility regarding departure, delivery, and return times.
* Ability to enter and exit the tractor, climb as necessary, work outdoors, and perform the physical duties associated with securing and unloading deliveries.
Preferred Qualifications
* Previous flatbed driving experience.
* Previous Moffett or truck-mounted forklift experience.
* Experience making deliveries to commercial shops and active construction sites.
* Experience transporting glass, building materials, or other fragile products.
* Experience using electronic logging devices and completing DOT documentation.
Work Environment
This position involves extended periods of driving, frequent entry and exit from commercial vehicles, outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and work at customer shops and active job sites. The driver must be able to secure loads and operate unloading equipment safely under varying delivery-site conditions.
The position requires a variable schedule, weekly overnight travel, and flexibility based on customer demand and delivery requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Rochester Insulated Glass provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
How to Apply
Please submit your application or résumé through this posting. Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding the next steps in the hiring process.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* AD&D insurance
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid orientation
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Paid toll fees
* Paid training
* Pet rider program
* Prescription drug insurance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Safety equipment provided
* Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
