CDL A Local Horse Haulers in South Florida

Sallee Horse Vans, Inc. (search conducted by Drive My Way)

Hallandale Beach, FL 33009, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Full Time

Job Description

Sallee Horse Vans is seeking a Class A CDL Local Driver with Thoroughbred handling and hauling experience to join our team in South Florida. The ideal candidate will have a safe driving record, be flexible with their schedule, and live in the South Florida or surrounding area.

Be part of the thoroughbred racing industry. If you enjoy horse races and driving, come join the team!

Must be able to read and speak English fluently and have horse handling experience

Compensation:

$300 a day with a guarantee of 4 days
- Additional days worked are paid at $300 a day
- Can work up to 6 days during busy season
Average Annual Pay: $62,400 minimum, up to $72,000+
Driver Referral Bonus: $7,000 per driver. Paid over the course of your first year every 90 days (for OTR drivers only)
Performance and Safety Bonus: paid twice per year
DOT inspection with no violations: $50 gift card
Paid via direct deposit weekly

Benefits & Perks:

Great company benefits with health insurance starting the 1st day of the month after completing 60 continuous days of full-time employment:

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision
Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance available (AFLAC)
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
401K – fully vested after 1 year of employment. Will match first 3% and 50% for the next 2%
Company Closed for Christmas as a paid company holiday
Paid Vacation Time: Two weeks after one year.
Perks: PrePass, Fuel cards, Ez Pass, GPS, Roadside Assistance

Home Time, Route, & Schedule

Home time: Varies with industry calendar.
- Typically, home daily with possible overnights depending on the type of trip
Drivers must be available for work at all times in order to meet customer pickup and delivery scheduled. Weekend work required.
Transport Thoroughbreds to and from various locations in FL in a safe and timely manner

Equipment:

Pick-up truck with gooseneck trailer for local/regional runs
Freightliner Cascadia with custom built Sallee 53’ trailers for OTR runs
Automatic Transmission
Event triggered inward and outward facing cameras
No Slip seating

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required
Must be able to read and speak English fluently
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid Class A driver's license without any of the following restrictions: (L,Z) Air Brakes, (G) Night Driving, (O) No Semi Trailer, (K) Intrastate Only, or (M) Medical Variance
Minimum of 1 year Regional/OTR driving experience required within the last 3 years
Must meet Sallee Horse Vans MVR and Risk Rating qualifications
Must meet DOT physical and medical requirements
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
Able to left a minimum of 100 lbs
Requires high degree of attention, skill, and dexterity in the control of tractor-trailer and in preventing injuries, damage to property & trailer equipment
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Must be customer-focused, honest, trustworthy, and a team player who cares about their co-workers.
Horse experience is required
Hiring Radius: Drivers must live within 50 miles of Hallandale Beach, FL or be willing to relocate for this position.

Sallee Horse Vans is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Family owned and operated by a 3rd generation female CEO, Sallee Horse Vans has been the industry leader in horse transportation for more than 50 years! Salle Horse Vans transports the nation’s most famous race horses, show horses and treasured family pets from equestrian centers to well-known racetracks and show arenas. We know that the precious cargo we carry represents hopes, dreams, friendships and fortunes and we pride ourselves in the blue ribbon customer service our customers trust. Having the newest equipment and top-quality maintenance ensures safety, comfort and on-time deliveries. Drivers choose to stay with us because of our strong reputation, caring leadership team, great people, family-oriented culture and strong core values. If you love horses, enjoy the lifestyle and want to part of each and every winner's story, join our team today!

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