Gordon Driveaway is an industry leader in Driveaway Service with 50+ years of experience. We transport new and rented commercial vehicles to and from locations anywhere in the contiguous United States. We transport vacuum trucks, sewer trucks, vans, box trucks, garbage trucks, and more.
Job Description & Requirements
We are looking for experienced OTR & Regional Driveaway drivers to join our driving team.
As a driveaway driver, you will transport vehicles to a specific destination. We do not own any vehicles – you will be driving the trucks to their destinations, not hauling them. You will primarily be moving straight trucks such as vacuum, sewer, garbage, and box trucks.
All of our moves are commercial, and the majority of our moves are new vehicle deliveries.
This is a great job for retired drivers, drivers who love to travel, and/or drivers looking for a flexible schedule.
THIS IS NOT A LOCAL JOB – we are looking for OVER-THE-ROAD (OTR) and/or REGIONAL drivers, preferably with previous Driveaway experience.
- Per-mile Compensation – drivers are paid per mile.
- Expenses are paid – we take care of transportation expenses (fuel, travel, permits, etc.) for assigned vehicles.
- No heavy lifting required – drivers only drive and deliver the vehicle itself.
- Weekly pay – Driver settlements are processed weekly after all required paperwork is properly submitted and received.
This job is a 1099 contract - Independent / Contract drivers only.
Ideal candidates will meet the following requirements/qualifications:
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL license.
- Have a valid tanker endorsement (a tanker endorsement is easy to get if you do not have one).
- Must have at least 10 years of OVER-THE-ROAD (OTR) and/or REGIONAL years driving experience.
- Must have manual shift driving experience.
- Must have clean driving record for at least 3 years.
- Be willing to travel (by plane, train and/or rental car to get to and from pickup locations) and be away for days at a time.
- Has a flexible work schedule.
- Has a willingness to work weekends when needed.
- Preferably live in the Midwest area, but all are welcome to apply.
- Be able to perform the essential functions of a commercial driver with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Be able to correctly fill out, maintain, and submit all required paperwork.
- Has a working smartphone or tablet (with a camera) to receive and view load assignments, upload required documents and paperwork, take/upload Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspection photos, communicate with dispatchers, and recieve instructions and safety information via email, phone, and/or text.
- Must be able to respond to immediate assignments and changes as needed.
People who do well in this job are:
- Dependable – can be relied upon to meet deadlines and fulfill job responsibilities and commitments.
- People and customer service-oriented – enjoy interacting with people/customers and strive to always be courteous, respectful, and professional, regardless of the situation.
- Adaptable and flexible – enjoy doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction.
- Independent – can work with minimal supervision, manages own time effectively, and maintains control over all current responsibilities and assignments.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $1,800.00 - $2,500.00 per week
Benefits:
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
- Safety bonus
Trucking Driver Type:
Trucking Route:
Work Days:
- Weekdays
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Have you had a clean driving record for at least 3 years?
- Are you willing to work at least every other weekend?
- Do you have a valid CDL Class A or Class B license? Specify if you have Class A or B.
Experience:
- recent CDL Class A or B driving: 10 years (Required)
- Over-the-Road driving: 10 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
