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$29 – $32/hour based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (with overtime opportunities as needed)
Home every night — no overnight travel

At Thompson & Johnson Equipment, our drivers play a critical role in delivering equipment safely and professionally to our customers.

We’re looking for a material handling delivery truck driver with a CDL A and hazmat endorsement to join our Syracuse team and support deliveries across the region. This is a local driving position, giving you consistent hours and the ability to be home every night.

What You’ll Do

Load, secure, and transport equipment to and from customer job sites
Operate trucks and trailers safely while complying with all DOT regulations
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections (fuel, brakes, lights, tires, etc.)
Deliver equipment to customers and assist with unloading and placement
Provide basic instruction on safe equipment operation when needed
Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams
Complete delivery paperwork, logs, and inspection reports
Maintain a clean and well-functioning truck and equipment

What Makes This Role Different

Home every night — no overnight travel
Consistent weekday schedule (Monday–Friday)
Local routes — stay within the Upstate NY region
Hands-on role — not just driving, but interacting with customers and equipment
Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing company

What You Bring

Valid CDL A license with HAZMAT endorsement
Clean driving record acceptable to company and insurance carrier
Ability to safely operate trucks, trailers, and material handling equipment
Strong attention to safety and detail
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to complete required paperwork and logs accurately
High school diploma or equivalent

What We Offer

Benefits that actually make a difference:

Medical insurance as low as $5/week + FREE vision
Dental, life, and supplemental coverage such as LTD, STD, and specified disease (cancer, heart, kidney) insurance
401(k) with 50% company match (up to 5%)
Generous PTO + holidays

Additional perks:

$500 annual tool allowance
$600 annual well-being reimbursement
$200 annual gym membership
$100 annual boot allowance
$100 annual company clothing allowance

Why Thompson & Johnson?

We’re a third-generation, family-owned company serving Upstate NY with a reputation for taking care of both our customers and our employees.

Average employee tenure: 10+ years
Best Places to Work (8 years running)
A culture built on teamwork, respect, and doing things the right way

This is a place where employees build long-term careers—not just punch a clock.

Work Environment

This is a physical role requiring lifting, securing loads, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Prerequisites

Profile assessment
DOT physical (required for CDL drivers)
DOT drug screening (in accordance with federal regulations)

Apply Today

If you’re a safety-focused driver who wants consistent hours, great pay, and to be home every night—we’d love to talk.

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