Champaign Full-time Mobile Home Transport Driver-CDL A Oversize Load
Local Job Overview: Champaign
Position: Mobile Home Transport Driver - CDL A Oversize Load (Based in Champaign) Company: Foremost Transport Based in: Champaign, IL (a vibrant local hub)
Pay: $81.9k-$109.2k/Year (approx. $1.8k/Week) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Clear growth pathways at our Champaign office.
What You'll Do
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Champaign location.
- This Champaign-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Foremost Transport team in Champaign, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Champaign, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Foremost Transport is hiring CDL A Mobile Home Transport Drivers. Haul manufactured homes, modular buildings, and oversized cargo on permitted oversize routes. Run cross-country and regional oversize loads working with manufacturers, dealers, and individual customers requiring specialized house-moving services.
Why haul mobile homes with us:
- $0.85-$1.40 per loaded mile based on oversize permits
- Top earners exceed $115,000 annually
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced oversize haulers
- Permit and pilot car pay reimbursement
- Late-model Peterbilt and Freightliner with 5th wheel toter
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Per diem available
Responsibilities:
- Hook to manufactured homes and oversized cargo for transport
- Coordinate oversize load permits with state DOT offices
- Work with pilot car escorts on oversized routes
- Plan routes considering bridge clearances and weight restrictions
- Drive and maintain oversize toter truck
Requirements:
- Valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements
- Minimum 2 years recent OTR experience (oversize/heavy haul preferred)
- Knowledge of oversize load regulations and permit requirements
- Clean MVR
- Pass DOT physical and drug screen
- 23+ years of age
- Ability to call in own permits and coordinate escorts
- Strong customer service skills (interacting with home buyers)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Champaign Full-time Mobile Home Transport Driver position pay at Foremost Transport?
This role offers a pay range of $81,900 - $109,200. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Champaign.
Where is this Champaign Full-time Mobile Home Transport Driver job located?
This position is based in Champaign, IL. Foremost Transport has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Champaign.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Foremost Transport typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Champaign position.
What benefits does Foremost Transport offer for this position?
Foremost Transport provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Champaign Full-time Mobile Home Transport Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Foremost Transport delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Champaign area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
