CDL-A Local Truck Drivers - Houston, TX

CDL-A Local Truck Drivers - Houston, TX


Company
United Petroleum Transports
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
We are currently searching for Company Drivers for our terminal in Houston, TX!

Requirements:
• Minimum 22 Years of Age
• Hazmat and Tanker Required
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• 6 months of verifiable Class A tanker experience within the past 2 years, OR 1 year of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years
• All Military service driving experience will be considered, in accordance with DD214 and accompanied by the MOS record sheet or a letter of recommendation by the Commanding Officer.
• Must be able to pass Urine AND Hair Follicle Test
• No SAP Program members or graduates

We Offer:
• Average $82,000 Annually
• Local: Home Every Day/Night
• $1,000 Referral Bonus
• Additional Rack Card Bonus Available
• Tanker/Hazmat Reimbursement Available
• Flexible Schedule
• Free Recertification Physicals & Hazmat Renewals
• Uniforms Provided
• Quarterly Safety Bonus
• 401K with Company Contributions
• Paid Orientation and Tanker Training
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

CDL-A Company Driver Opportunities in Houston, TX

The top Company Drivers for United Petroleum Transports in the Houston area earn average of $82,000 per year. Our top-of-the-line fleet consists of Freightliners, Kenworths and Macks. At UPT, your career path is already paved with frequent opportunities for promotion. Apply today and start your journey on the road to success with UPT.

You can earn more every year with our Driver Career Path. As you gain experience, you progress to higher levels and increase your earnings:
• C1
• C2
• Senior
• Master
• Senior Master
• Grand Master
• Grand Master - 7 Years
• Grand Master - 10 Years
• Grand Master - 15 Years

Founded in 1966 in Oklahoma, United Petroleum Transports provide transport services to large oil companies, convenience store operators and petroleum marketers. While refined petroleum products are the primary products UPT transports, we also haul complementary products such as asphalt, lube oils, and petrochemicals.

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