Driver Apprentice - City

Position Overview This role involves operating tractor-trailer combinations and performing non-driving duties such as forklift operation and dock work. The primary responsibilities include vehicle operation, safety inspections, trailer hooking/unhooking, freight handling, securing cargo, and verifying documentation. Additionally, the role entails communicating with dispatch, providing customer service, and supporting freight pickup and delivery needs. The position may require performing duties of a road driver or freight handler, and adhering to all safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or permit
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Compliance with DOT regulations
• Basic math, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physical tasks repeatedly
• Ability to operate equipment, follow instructions, and work independently or in a team

Key Duties & Working Conditions

• Operate trucks under various conditions, including day and night driving in all weather
• Perform safety inspections and freight securement
• Handle freight with motorized/manual equipment and secure cargo
• Follow safety, legal, and company policies
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and hazardous materials
• Work may require extended sitting, bending, climbing, and physical effort