About the position
As a driver at Walmart, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records related to load paperwork, electronic logs, and forms required by various transportation authorities. This includes the hours of service log and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Your primary duty will be to operate a tractor/trailer safely, adhering to all safety requirements, and conducting thorough inspections of the mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment of the tractor/trailer unit before, during, and after trips. You will also be tasked with planning routes based on local and state traffic laws, as well as local restrictions, and following these routes using maps and atlases. Walmart offers competitive pay along with performance-based bonus awards and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being. Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage, while financial benefits encompass a 401(k) plan, stock purchase options, and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off (PTO) benefits include vacation, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave. Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability coverage, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, and reimbursement for adoption and surrogacy expenses. Drivers are compensated with a fixed rate for each mile driven, with additional pay for specific activities. The mileage rate for both local and regional drivers ranges from $0.55 to $0.69 per mile, with average miles driven between 62,355 and 196,040. Drivers also receive activity pay for various tasks, and in certain circumstances, they may be eligible for Average Daily Pay (ADP). The ADP rate is $150 per day outside California and $155 per day within California. Walmart is committed to the growth and development of its associates through programs like Live Better U, which offers education benefits covering tuition, books, and fees for various educational programs. Eligibility for benefits may vary based on job classification and length of employment, and all benefits are subject to change. Join Walmart and be part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of millions around the world, while also creating a career you can be proud of.
Responsibilities
- Maintain records by retaining load-related paperwork, electronic logs, and forms required by transportation authorities.
- Operate tractor/trailer safely by adhering to all safety requirements.
- Inspect mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment of tractor/trailer unit before, during, and after trips.
- Plan routes based on local and state traffic laws and local restrictions.
- Follow routes according to information from maps and atlases.
Requirements
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL).
- Experience in operating tractor/trailer units safely and efficiently.
- Knowledge of local and state traffic laws and regulations.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and logs as required by the Department of Transportation.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with electronic logging devices (ELDs).
- Familiarity with route planning and navigation tools.
- Previous experience in a similar driving role.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) plan.
- Stock purchase options.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Company discounts.
- Military Leave Pay.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
- Live Better U education benefit program covering tuition, books, and fees.
