Elite Truck Driver / Traveling Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics
Go where you're needed most-and get paid to do it.
This isn't a typical CDL-A role. It's designed for experienced, reliable drivers who want variety, flexibility, and the chance to make an impact. As part of Penske's Elite Driver team, you'll travel to support critical operations, help launch new business, and step in where strong drivers are needed most.
If you're adaptable, dependable, and take pride in getting the job done right, this is a unique opportunity to stand out.
Qualified candidates will hold a current CDL-A, have at least 2 years of documented tractor trailer experience in the last 5 years, and no more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years This role offers true flexibility-assignments are at least three weeks, with the option to extend and continue traveling as long as it works for you. Preferred candidates will have hazmat and doubles endorsements.
Compensation and Benefits
$2,350+ per travel week
Includes $350/week per diem
Compensated during home week
Consistent, premium pay for flexible, high-impact work
Option for one full week off every month
Paid vacation and holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans with company contributions
Short- and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance
Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear
Driver referral bonus up to $5,000
Safety recognition programs
24/7 driver/roadside assistance provided
What You'll Do
Travel regionally and nationally to support Penske operations
Represent Penske as a trusted, elite professional driver
Help launch new business and support key strategic customers
Perform multi-stop deliveries in a variety of environments
Job assignments can range from high touch to no touch. Training is provided for specialized equipment.
Use scanners and onboard technology to ensure accurate deliveries
Drive safe, in well maintained vehicles s with best-in-class specs for comfort and safety - including inward and outward facing in-cab cameras for safety and protection
What Makes This Role Different
You're not assigned to just one route-you're part of a national response team. You'll be deployed to Penske locations across the country to:
Support operations during special projects
Help stabilize and improve performance
Assist with new account startups
For every 3 travel weeks worked, drivers are provided an option offor a home week or another travel week.
Dispatch times and routes vary based on assignment
Why Drivers Choose This Role
Strong, consistent weekly pay
Be part of a select, high-performing driver team
Make a real impact across the business
Variety-no two assignments are the same
Opportunity to travel and support different locations
Flexibility in earning potential
Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/
Why Penske?
Ready to put your truck-driving career in high gear? Make the shift and fuel your career as a CDL Class A Truck Driver for Penske. When you join Penske, you join a team of professional truck drivers committed to delivering products safely and on time. And we're proud to haul freight for some of the world's leading brands. (Yes, we're more than just the yellow trucks.)
But it's more than that. It's about incredible customer service and building relationships with your accounts. When you drive for Penske, you're representing Penske, but you're also representing your clients. In fact, you'll probably be driving their branded trucks and wearing their uniform.
You'll be on the move with Penske and so will your career. We have tons of training opportunities for you. And with locations across the nation, you can also move to a new city.
Best of all, you'll be with a stable, nationwide company that is known for having the best equipment, great management, clear communication and a fantastic safety record. We pay every Friday. Are you ready to take it to the next level? Come drive for Penske.
Qualifications:
Valid Class A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence
Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required
1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years
3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents
In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency.
Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Driver
Job Family: Drivers
Address: 100 Huff Rd
Primary Location: US-NJ-Mickleton
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID: 2605149
