Truck Driver

Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) is the exclusive transportation affiliate of Dot Foods, North America’s largest food industry redistributor. Established as a family-owned and operated company, DTI takes pride in maintaining a strong family culture that fosters inclusion and respect among all employees. With a fleet of more than 1,500 trucks, all expertly maintained by a team of trained mechanics, the company exemplifies reliability and dedication to quality service in the transportation industry. Over the years, DTI has grown significantly while staying committed to the welfare of its drivers, ensuring they receive the respect and support they deserve. The company has never had layoffs in its history and continuously works to enhance its benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Situated in Salt Lake City, UT with a home DC in Burley, ID, Dot Transportation offers a competitive and flexible working environment designed to accommodate various schedules, including traditional work arrangements where drivers are typically dispatched 2-5 days per trip. Pay begins up to $97,000 depending on experience and job type, reflecting the value Dot Transportation places on its professional drivers. The roles available include Customer Delivery Specialist or No-Touch Freight, allowing candidates to select positions best suited to their preferences and capabilities.

As a Class A CDL driver at DTI, you will experience the freedom of the open road, enjoying spectacular sunrises through your windshield instead of working in an office. Your primary task will be to pick up products from Dot Foods suppliers and carefully transport them to customers and distribution centers, ensuring the goods arrive safely and efficiently. DTI places a high emphasis on safety by providing top-of-the-line trucks and comprehensive training, thus helping drivers maintain the highest safety standards on the road.

This role demands regular physical activity, including the ability to lift an average of 14 pounds, and sometimes up to 60 pounds, except for no-touch freight jobs that limit physical requirements. Drivers will also spend time sitting, walking, or standing during work hours, accommodating the operational facets of the transportation duties. The job is performed in all weather conditions—weekdays, weekends, days, and nights—which calls for a safety-first mindset and strong adherence to regulations.

Working at DTI means you benefit from a wealth of resources, including competitive compensation packages with bonuses for successful performance, extensive medical and dental benefits, 401k plans, and profit-sharing opportunities. The company also offers significant career advancement possibilities, making it an ideal environment for professional growth within the logistics and transportation sector.

The culture at Dot Transportation encourages employees to eliminate waste in all areas of work, meet established company goals such as managing miles per gallon (MPG), fuel purchases, idle time, and speed, and comply fully with the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations. Moreover, DTI supports new drivers by helping cover driving school tuition, making it accessible for those looking to enter the transportation field.

In summary, this role at Dot Transportation, Inc. offers a unique balance of independence on the open road alongside the support of a family-focused company that values safety, respect, and career development. Drivers play a crucial part in the food supply chain by ensuring timely deliveries, and in return, are rewarded with excellent pay, benefits, and an inclusive work culture that prioritizes work-life balance and professional respect.