CDL-A Company OTR Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Class A CDL Truck Driver

A driver with a Class A CDL license is a professional who can handle the demands of long-distance driving. This individual is responsible for communicating and coordinating with dispatchers to ensure timely delivery of cargo, while also adhering to applicable traffic laws. The driver must have experience in securing cargo within the vehicle and balancing it correctly to avoid accidents during transit. Furthermore, this driver should maintain a detailed log of their working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations. They should also perform daily maintenance on the truck by refueling, cleaning, and ensuring any mechanical issues are resolved before starting each trip. The driver is responsible for planning routes and meeting delivery schedules, all while complying with truck driving rules and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N / A, No Direct Reports

Duties / Responsibilities

Long-distance driving – United States & potentially Canada

Home every other weekend unless otherwise approved

Long periods of sitting behind the wheel of a Tractor-Trailer (8 Hours of driving before DOT 30-minute break)

Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

Ability to operate a CMV in Interstate and Intrastate Commerce

Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers

Obeying and following applicable traffic laws

Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle

Ability to crank landing gear up / down on trailers

Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations

Ensuring any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving

Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules

Complying with truck driving rules and regulations

Reporting defects, accidents, and violations

Performing daily maintenance of truck (refueling, cleaning, etc.) & trailers, including ability to climb in / out of tractor / trailer when needed, and clean / sweep trailers

Interacting with customers in a professional manner

Maintain mental awareness of himself / herself and others around him / her

Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports

Recording cargo deliveries

Required Skills / Abilities

Class A CDL

Ability to trip plan

Ability to work independently

Ability to effectively communicate with Dispatch

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent GED

Knowledge of FMCSA Regs

Minimum 1 year experience driving

Physical Requirements

Physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting for long periods of time

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Ability to maintain a valid / current Fed-Med card

Other Duties

Occasionally trainings will be sent out via Tenstreet for drivers to be coached and stay current with any industry changes