Truck Driver - OTR CDL Class A

Groundwork Operations•Essex, MD

1d•$1,800

About The Position

Heavy Weight Freight is seeking experienced, safety-focused CDL Class A drivers for an Over-the-Road (OTR) position operating under full FMCSA regulations. This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position with starting pay from $1,800+ per week for qualified drivers who meet strict safety and compliance standards. ABOUT HEAVY WEIGHT FREIGHT Heavy Weight Freight is owned and operated by former and active drivers with real field experience. Part of the benefit of working with and for us is that you are employed by actual human beings who understand and appreciate the grind first-hand, not office-bound admins or corporate executives who are disconnected from the reality of life on the road. FINAL THOUGHTS If you are a disciplined, professional driver who respects compliance and wants consistent weekly pay — apply today. Heavy Weight Freight hires drivers who handle business the right way. Serious inquiries only. PLEASE NOTE: The majority of Groundwork Operations and Heavy Weight Freight job postings are for gig-based positions , NOT full-time or part-time roles with a consistent schedule. The exceptions to this are listed below: Our CDL Class A OTR (Over The Road) Truck Driver jobs are contract-based (1099) with specific, consistent schedules . Our IT Workstation Installation Tech jobs are travel-based positions, placing you in-field, out of state, for several weeks at a time with a fixed schedule for that duration. These are W2 positions and travel and lodging are covered by us.

Requirements

Must be 25 years of age or older
Valid CDL Class A
No accidents within the past 5 years
No moving violations
No DUI / DWI
Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Card
Minimum verifiable CDL experience preferred
Must pass: Pre-employment drug screening, FMCSA Clearinghouse query, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) review, Background screening (as permitted by law)
Operate in full compliance with: 49 CFR Part 383 (CDL Standards), 49 CFR Part 391 (Driver Qualifications), 49 CFR Part 395 (Hours of Service), 49 CFR Part 396 (Inspection & Maintenance), 49 CFR Part 382 (Drug & Alcohol Testing)
ELD required

Responsibilities

Operate semi-truck safely and legally
Maintain full compliance with FMCSA regulations
Properly use and maintain ELD system
Follow Hours of Service (HOS) rules
Conduct and document: Pre-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.13), Post-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.11)
Report violations or roadside inspections within 24 hours
Maintain clean equipment
Safely secure cargo
Turn in BOLs and required paperwork on time
Communicate professionally with dispatch and brokers