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Get Access To All JobsAre you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings, we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion, we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.
Old Dominion is looking for dedicated, detail-oriented, and hardworking individuals to join the OD Family as Combination Driver/Dockworker. This role is essential in supporting our commitment to delivering customer freight safely, accurately, and on time. As a Dockworker, you’ll play a key role in loading and unloading freight efficiently, contributing to our overall warehouse and material handling operations. And, while driving, you'll ensure the timely and safe delivery of freight between service centers and customer locations. This role requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and passion for upholding the highest standards of service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, excel at meeting deadlines, and take pride in providing exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.
Job Summary
Based on the level of freight available, this position may safely load and unload freight at the service center and deliver freight by tractor-trailer to company service centers or customer facilities/work sites. Successfully load and unload freight during scheduled shifts using a forklift or manually in a safe, efficient manner. When delivering freight, operate various tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center's geographic area. May sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. Would have flexible scheduling availability to include third shift, evening, weekend, and some holidays.
Primary Responsibilities
Dockworker
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
- Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
- Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight.
- Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
- Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline oriented.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks assigned.
Driver
- Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
- Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
- Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
- Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
- Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline oriented.
- Be available for work, to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
- Must have the ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
- Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Must have 12 months previous tractor-trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
- Must have the ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when required.
- Must have good oral communications skills.
- Must be able to follow instructions and take directions via two-way radio or by phone.
- Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
- Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Must satisfactorily pass a drug test.
- Must satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable).
- Must satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Must be at least 22 years of age.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- (Sitting) Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours.
- (Standing/Walking) Must be able to walk and/or remain standing for a up to 8 Hours/shift, 5-7 days per week on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal that are sometimes wet and slippery.
- (Bending/Stooping/Kneeling) Must be able to perform frequent squatting to handle, position and secure freight. Must be able to perform frequent crouching and kneeling to handle, position and secure freight, and conduct pre-trip inspections of trucks.
- (Climbing) Must be able to enter and exit the forklift seat and the vehicle's cab many times a day. Cab floor level is generally 36 to 66 inches above ground level, with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and hand holds; also requires occasional bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.
- (Moving Materials) Must be able to perform frequent pushing of freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart as well as occasional pushing of freight weighing more than 300 pounds with or without a mechanical aid. Must be able to perform frequent pulling of freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart as well as occasional pulling of freight weighing more than 300 pounds with or without a mechanical aid. Must be able to frequently perform lifting and carrying freight weighing 1 pound to 100 pounds of varying size and shape a distance of at least 1 foot but usually no more than 100 feet. Must be able to load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as 50,000 pounds. This could involve moving 100-pound containers to and from floor level to carts, stacks, conveyors or platforms, over four feet high, balancing 300 pound drums on their rims and rolling them into position or stowing cartons or other merchandise overhead that weigh as much as 100 pounds each. This type of activity could precede or follow as much as 11 hours of driving.
- (Pushing/Pulling) Must be able to perform frequent pulling and pushing of freight with or without the help of freight pulling equipment. Must also be able to push and pull forklift blades, forklift gas tanks, deck bars, and other freight related items.
- (Hearing/Speaking) Must be able to see parts in and on the forklift mechanical equipment for pre and post inspections. Must be able to hearing the horns of other forklifts and shouted instructions and warnings.
- (Visual Acuity) Must be able to see and read bills of lading, tablets for yard management systems, and read printed materials. Must be able to see and scan areas of work for debris and defects.
- (Reaching) Must be able to frequently reach for freight at waist level and occasionally reach for freight above shoulder height or below waist level. Must be able to occasionally reach above shoulder level, at waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck. Must be able to reach for forklift controls, pushing deck bars, and placing/strapping airbags/straps/cardboard. Must be able to reach while sweeping work areas clean of debris.
- (Lifting) Must be able to frequently lift and handle objects weighing 1 pound to 100 lbs. of varying sizes or shapes, using OSHA guidelines and lifting techniques, distances of 1 foot but usually no less than 100 feet.
- Must be able to use right, left or both hands to get in and out of forklift, wrapping and unwrapping shrink wrap, securing and unsecuring pallets, using pallet jack or hand truck, using the steering wheel, buttons on lift gates, etc.
- Must be able to grip with right, left or both hands to use handles to get in and out of the forklift, holding tablet, using pallet jacks or hand trucks, controlling and pushing the buttons on the forklift, holding the steering wheel, securing straps, cardboard, airbags, etc.
- Must be able to pinch fingers on the right, left or both hands to shrink wrap, secure and unsecure straps, utilize clip boards, utilize tablets, etc.
- Must be able to use cognitive skills for:
- paying attention to surroundings, including cross-dock traffic, forklift inspections, freight, gates, etc.
- long-term and short-term memory for inspecting areas, breaking down pallets, carrying products, driving in cross-dock traffic and for safety
- logic and reasoning in reading manifests, tablets, reading boxes and order numbers
- Auditory and visual processing to inspect forklifts, driving, reading, listening for horns and/or other cross-dock traffic and speaking with other dock workers.
- (Other) Must be able to work a variety of times and shifts in order to meet customer pick up and delivery schedules. Must be able to install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates, ability to work in an environment where noise and odors may be present.
- Attendance is a requirement.
- Must be able to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Must satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements discussed above.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Work Environment
The work environment described below represents those that an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of the job, the employees will be exposed to various work environments which may include working with or around others while loading and unloading, working in an enclosed vehicle while driving, loading and unloading in an enclosed trailer, exposure to all weather conditions, noise levels that vary from quiet to loud and with lighting conditions that could be extremely bright or low light.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Working Days:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Working Shift:
AM / PM
Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.
Join the OD Family Today!
As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:
- Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
- Vision & Dental
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
- Training and growth opportunities to build a career
- We prioritize our OD family of employees
- Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
- National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).
If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here for contact information.
Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings, we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion, we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.
Old Dominion is looking for dedicated, detail-oriented, and hardworking individuals to join the OD Family as Combination Driver/Dockworker. This role is essential in supporting our commitment to delivering customer freight safely, accurately, and on time. As a Dockworker, you’ll play a key role in loading and unloading freight efficiently, contributing to our overall warehouse and material handling operations. And, while driving, you'll ensure the timely and safe delivery of freight between service centers and customer locations. This role requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and passion for upholding the highest standards of service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, excel at meeting deadlines, and take pride in providing exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.
Job Summary
Based on the level of freight available, this position may safely load and unload freight at the service center and deliver freight by tractor-trailer to company service centers or customer facilities/work sites. Successfully load and unload freight during scheduled shifts using a forklift or manually in a safe, efficient manner. When delivering freight, operate various tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center's geographic area. May sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations. Would have flexible scheduling availability to include third shift, evening, weekend, and some holidays.
Primary Responsibilities
Dockworker
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
- Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
- Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight.
- Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
- Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline oriented.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks assigned.
Driver
- Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
- Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
- Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
- Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
- Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced and deadline oriented.
- Be available for work, to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
- Must have the ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
- Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Must have 12 months previous tractor-trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
- Must have the ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when required.
- Must have good oral communications skills.
- Must be able to follow instructions and take directions via two-way radio or by phone.
- Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
- Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Must satisfactorily pass a drug test.
- Must satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable).
- Must satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Must be at least 22 years of age.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- (Sitting) Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours.
- (Standing/Walking) Must be able to walk and/or remain standing for a up to 8 Hours/shift, 5-7 days per week on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal that are sometimes wet and slippery.
- (Bending/Stooping/Kneeling) Must be able to perform frequent squatting to handle, position and secure freight. Must be able to perform frequent crouching and kneeling to handle, position and secure freight, and conduct pre-trip inspections of trucks.
- (Climbing) Must be able to enter and exit the forklift seat and the vehicle's cab many times a day. Cab floor level is generally 36 to 66 inches above ground level, with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and hand holds; also requires occasional bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.
- (Moving Materials) Must be able to perform frequent pushing of freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart as well as occasional pushing of freight weighing more than 300 pounds with or without a mechanical aid. Must be able to perform frequent pulling of freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart as well as occasional pulling of freight weighing more than 300 pounds with or without a mechanical aid. Must be able to frequently perform lifting and carrying freight weighing 1 pound to 100 pounds of varying size and shape a distance of at least 1 foot but usually no more than 100 feet. Must be able to load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as 50,000 pounds. This could involve moving 100-pound containers to and from floor level to carts, stacks, conveyors or platforms, over four feet high, balancing 300 pound drums on their rims and rolling them into position or stowing cartons or other merchandise overhead that weigh as much as 100 pounds each. This type of activity could precede or follow as much as 11 hours of driving.
- (Pushing/Pulling) Must be able to perform frequent pulling and pushing of freight with or without the help of freight pulling equipment. Must also be able to push and pull forklift blades, forklift gas tanks, deck bars, and other freight related items.
- (Hearing/Speaking) Must be able to see parts in and on the forklift mechanical equipment for pre and post inspections. Must be able to hearing the horns of other forklifts and shouted instructions and warnings.
- (Visual Acuity) Must be able to see and read bills of lading, tablets for yard management systems, and read printed materials. Must be able to see and scan areas of work for debris and defects.
- (Reaching) Must be able to frequently reach for freight at waist level and occasionally reach for freight above shoulder height or below waist level. Must be able to occasionally reach above shoulder level, at waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck. Must be able to reach for forklift controls, pushing deck bars, and placing/strapping airbags/straps/cardboard. Must be able to reach while sweeping work areas clean of debris.
- (Lifting) Must be able to frequently lift and handle objects weighing 1 pound to 100 lbs. of varying sizes or shapes, using OSHA guidelines and lifting techniques, distances of 1 foot but usually no less than 100 feet.
- Must be able to use right, left or both hands to get in and out of forklift, wrapping and unwrapping shrink wrap, securing and unsecuring pallets, using pallet jack or hand truck, using the steering wheel, buttons on lift gates, etc.
- Must be able to grip with right, left or both hands to use handles to get in and out of the forklift, holding tablet, using pallet jacks or hand trucks, controlling and pushing the buttons on the forklift, holding the steering wheel, securing straps, cardboard, airbags, etc.
- Must be able to pinch fingers on the right, left or both hands to shrink wrap, secure and unsecure straps, utilize clip boards, utilize tablets, etc.
- Must be able to use cognitive skills for:
- paying attention to surroundings, including cross-dock traffic, forklift inspections, freight, gates, etc.
- long-term and short-term memory for inspecting areas, breaking down pallets, carrying products, driving in cross-dock traffic and for safety
- logic and reasoning in reading manifests, tablets, reading boxes and order numbers
- Auditory and visual processing to inspect forklifts, driving, reading, listening for horns and/or other cross-dock traffic and speaking with other dock workers.
- (Other) Must be able to work a variety of times and shifts in order to meet customer pick up and delivery schedules. Must be able to install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates, ability to work in an environment where noise and odors may be present.
- Attendance is a requirement.
- Must be able to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Must satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements discussed above.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Work Environment
The work environment described below represents those that an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of the job, the employees will be exposed to various work environments which may include working with or around others while loading and unloading, working in an enclosed vehicle while driving, loading and unloading in an enclosed trailer, exposure to all weather conditions, noise levels that vary from quiet to loud and with lighting conditions that could be extremely bright or low light.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Working Days:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Working Shift:
AM / PM
Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.
Join the OD Family Today!
As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:
- Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
- Vision & Dental
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
- Training and growth opportunities to build a career
- We prioritize our OD family of employees
- Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
- National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).
If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here for contact information.
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Get Your CDL-A Before Applying
Old Dominion requires a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A for most Driver openings. Securing your CDL-A before you apply removes a major hiring barrier and signals you're ready to work immediately, which matters to freight carriers operating on tight delivery schedules.
Target Terminals With Active Openings
Old Dominion operates service centers across the country, and hiring activity varies by region. Focus your applications on terminals advertising active Driver openings rather than submitting a general inquiry, since sponsorship decisions are typically made at the operational level where the need is immediate.
Understand How TN Status Applies to Drivers
TN visa classification covers specific professional categories defined by USMCA. Freight driving does not fall within TN-eligible occupations, so if you're Canadian or Mexican, confirm with Old Dominion's HR team which employment-based pathway they would use for your specific situation before proceeding.
Prepare for the PERM Labor Certification Timeline
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship requires DOL's PERM labor certification before USCIS can adjudicate your immigrant petition. That process typically takes 12 to 18 months before a visa petition is even filed, so align your employment timeline and status maintenance accordingly from the moment you receive an offer.
Clarify OPT Authorization Before Your Start Date
If you're on F-1 OPT, your EAD must be in hand before your first day of work. Freight carriers like Old Dominion operate on structured onboarding schedules, so confirm your authorized start date with USCIS and communicate it clearly to the hiring team to avoid losing your offer.
Browse Open Driver Roles on Migrate Mate
Filtering for Driver jobs at companies with a verified sponsorship history saves time during your search. Use Migrate Mate to find active Old Dominion Driver openings alongside employer sponsorship data, so you're targeting roles where the pathway has already been established.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Old Dominion Freight Line sponsor H-1B visas for Drivers?
Old Dominion does not typically sponsor H-1B visas for Driver roles. The H-1B is reserved for specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, and commercial driving does not meet that threshold. Old Dominion's sponsorship activity for Drivers has focused on employment-based immigrant visa categories like EB-2 and EB-3 rather than H-1B nonimmigrant status.
How do I apply for Driver jobs at Old Dominion Freight Line?
Search for open Driver positions through Old Dominion's careers portal or use Migrate Mate to browse active openings filtered by sponsorship history. When applying, make sure your CDL-A is current and your driving record is clean, as Old Dominion conducts motor vehicle record checks. Mention your visa situation early in the process to give HR time to confirm whether sponsorship is available for the specific terminal and role.
Which visa types are commonly used for Driver roles at Old Dominion Freight Line?
Old Dominion has sponsored Drivers through employment-based Green Card pathways, specifically EB-2 and EB-3 classifications, which are well suited to roles requiring skilled or semi-skilled labor. F-1 OPT and CPT can authorize work during training or early employment, but those are temporary authorizations. Long-term sponsorship for Drivers at a freight carrier like Old Dominion typically moves toward permanent residence rather than nonimmigrant visa extensions.
What qualifications does Old Dominion Freight Line expect from Driver candidates seeking sponsorship?
A valid CDL-A license is the baseline requirement for most Driver positions at Old Dominion. Beyond the license, Old Dominion typically expects a clean driving history, familiarity with DOT regulations, and experience operating tractor-trailers in regional or long-haul freight environments. Candidates seeking employment-based sponsorship should be prepared to demonstrate at least one to two years of verifiable commercial driving experience, as this supports the PERM labor certification process.
How do I navigate the timeline between receiving a Driver job offer and getting work authorization through Old Dominion?
For EB-3 sponsorship, Old Dominion must first complete PERM labor certification through the DOL before filing an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. This process typically spans 18 months or more before you reach adjustment of status or consular processing. If you're on F-1 OPT, your 12-month work authorization period gives you a window to begin employment while the longer-term sponsorship process is initiated. Align your current visa expiration date with your employer's filing timeline from day one.