Class A CDL Driver w/ Hazmat

Class A CDL Driver w/ Hazmat

We are seeking a dependable and organized Class A truck driver who possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina who thrives working local and long hauls and can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.

Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000-40,000+ lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
• Transport goods, livestock, etc. from the place of origin to assigned destination
• Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner
• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
• Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
• Assist in mapping delivery routes
• Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
• Communicate with dispatch as needed
• Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Certify Logs
• Track and report working hours
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Comply with ICC and DOT, FMCSA regulations
• Make safety a priority at all times

Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid Class A driver's license required
• 2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Skilled at driving large vehicles
• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• An innate sense of direction
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Hazmat Certification
• Double, triples, tankers preferred

Benefits

Health benefits 1st of the month after 90 day, 8 paid holidays a year, 401K, vacation