CDL Driver

Job Description

Job Summary

The Regional CDL Driver is responsible for the safe driving and delivery of customer materials within an assigned geographic region of the US. Duties include, but are not limited to, driving the company truck to deliver orders to customers, the loading and unloading of materials, and duties assigned in the facility. This position may also assist in the warehouse when not driving.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and designated as safety sensitive by the company. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. This position must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and operate a 2024 Freightliner Cascadia with a 32’ Flat Bed Trailer or a 2024 International HV613 with a 26’ Curtainside Flat Bed.
• Deliver orders/materials/product to customers, both internal and external, while following DOT and internal safety rules using the company truck.
• Loading and unloading of company truck and securing loads.
• Maneuver heavy materials with the use of a forklift, pallet jack, and/or hand truck.
• Assist in warehouse as needed.
• Comply with company and DOT policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations.
• Complete pre-trip inspections, know how to maintain a legal and accurate logbook, retain fuel and toll receipts, maintain cleanliness of truck cab, document and log work/rest periods, and complete post-trip inspections.
• Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure locks on trailers are working properly, and conduct inspection of vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring and promptly report all problems to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Have a valid commercial motor vehicle operator’s license issued by one state or jurisdiction.
• A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (operating a CMV with a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds and towing a trailer of 10,001 pounds or more).
• Is not disqualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle under the rules in 49 CFR 391.15.
• Ability to speak and read English to converse with the public, understand traffic signs and signals, respond to official questions, and make legible entries on reports and records.
• Drive the vehicle safely.
• Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
• Pass a driver’s road test or equivalent.
• No more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
• No serious traffic violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) year. Speeding 15 mph or more over the speed limit. Reckless driving. Improper or erratic lane change. Following too closely. Driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) without a CDL or without a CDL in possession. Driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) without the proper class license and or endorsements. Texting or using a hand-held mobile device while driving a CMV. Violating state or local laws relating to motor vehicle traffic control arising in connection with a fatal accident.
• No preventable accidents while operating a CMV in the last three (3) years.
• No preventable DOT recordable accidents (collisions resulting in disabling damage and/or immediate medical treatment away from the scene) while operating a CMV in the last five (5) years.
• No preventable accident resulting in a fatality or catastrophic injury in driving history (commercial motor vehicle).
• No positive or refused drug or alcohol test in the previous five (5) years and must have fully completed a DOT recognized Substance Abuse Program, as well as return to duty testing and all prescribed follow-up testing for said violation.
• Must currently live within 250 miles of the assigned facility or willing to establish a residence within 250 miles by 90 days from date of hire. Permanent residence is defined as “your main, and regular residence (home) at a fixed address”. It is the location you report to the government (W2, tax returns, census, passport, etc.) as your “home”. Your permanent residence is the location you have the intention of returning to as your primary residence and is the place containing your family, animals, and/or things.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A – minimum of 12 months verifiable experience working in a full-time tractor/trailer driving position in the previous three (3) years or two (2) years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last five (5) years.
• [If required Hazmat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements required (LVC requirement may apply).]
• Must be at least 23 years of age.