Regional OTR CDL A Truck Driver (Home Weekends)
Storm Lake, Iowa
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Job Details: Job Location: Storm Lake, IA - Storm Lake, IA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Furst-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Over the Road (OTR) CDL Truck Driver based out of our Storm Lake, IA location.   Regional driving routes – home every weekend.    Residence Requirement: Candidates must reside within approximately 3.5 hours of Storm Lake, IA to support operational and scheduling needs.  Service Area: Routes primarily serve customers throughout the Midwest and surrounding regions, including Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas, Dakotas, Eastern Wyoming, Eastern Montana, and Eastern Colorado.  Home Terminal: 2000 Expansion Blvd, Storm Lake, IA 50588  Core Weekly Schedule: Monday-Friday. Drivers typically spend 3 nights per week on the road and are home for weekends. Overnight travel may occasionally extend to 4 nights per week based on business needs.    Equipment Provided:  Company-provided sleeper-equipped Class A semi-truck and trailer  Manual transmission truck  Potential take-home truck privilege for drivers living within the approved service area, based on location and operational needs    Compensation: Total compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process  Competitive per-mile pay  Hourly breakdown pay  Per-stop bonuses   Payroll: Paid bi-weekly  Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.      POSITION SUMMARY:    Furst-McNess Company is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Over the Road (OTR) CDL Driver to transport animal nutrition products throughout an assigned region using a company-provided sleeper-equipped tractor-trailer. Drivers are responsible for making safe, on-time deliveries to farms, vendor locations, McNess facilities, and other destinations that support business operations. This position plays a critical role in serving customers, supporting company logistics needs, and ensuring compliance with all transportation and safety regulations. Drivers can expect regular overnight travel, operation of a company-provided sleeper truck, and the opportunity to represent Furst-McNess as a trusted partner to customers and business partners throughout their route network.    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:   Operate a Class A CDL tractor-trailer to deliver products to customers and company locations  Transport products efficiently while maintaining compliance with DOT regulations and company policies  Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections using an Electronic Logging Device (ELD)  Communicate delivery updates, delays, and transportation issues as needed  Load, move, and unload product as required, including use of pallet jacks  Perform backhauls and return freight pickups as assigned  Maintain a clean, organized, and professional vehicle appearance  Follow all DOT regulations and company safety, food safety, and biosecurity procedures  Report vehicle maintenance or repair needs promptly  Represent Furst‑McNess with professionalism and strong customer service  Performs other duties as assigned    QUALIFICATIONS:   High school diploma or equivalent  Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)  Ability to safely operate and drive manual transmission Class A CDL tractor-trailers  Acceptable driving record and ability to meet DOT requirements  Previous OTR Class A CDL driving experience preferred  Ability to travel overnight and spend multiple nights during the week away from home as business needs require  Comfortable with mobile technology, ELDs, and routing applications  Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English  Strong commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service  Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and safely move products using material handling equipment when needed    About Furst-McNess Company:   For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/  Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.    Our Culture:    At Furst-McNess, we strive to:    Understand that being great is a choice   Never settle for average or “good enough”   Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better   Work as a team   Value and respect one another   Earn trust through our actions   Act in a safe and professional manner at all times   Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity   Deliver on the commitments we make   Invest in our professional and personal development   Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success   Have fun and celebrate our successes    Benefit Package Summary:  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)   401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%  Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays   100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents  Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually  Safety Boot Reimbursement  PPE provided  :