Overview
Experienced CDLA Flatbed Driver / OTR (Reese) role at DHT Group. This is an over-the-road (OTR) position requiring verified experience with flatbed semi-trucks, including B trains, tarping, chaining, and securement operations. Hazmat endorsement and bulk hazmat experience are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods
- Fit 4-foot and 8-foot tarps over loaded product to safely secure it to the trailer
- Operate an industrial vehicle according to applicable state and federal transportation laws
- Transport loads safely and in a timely manner over required routes, obeying all traffic laws
- Maneuver truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follow loading crew signals
- Assist with loading and unloading of materials, using specialized equipment when warranted
- Maintain work orders, signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork
- Facilitate routine service on trucks and report equipment issues
- Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns
- Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verify instructions and routes
- Verify load weight distribution as product is loaded onto the trailer
Qualifications
CDLAAcceptable driving recordMinimum 1 year of semi-truck driving experienceMinimum 6 months to 1 year of flatbed semi-truck driving experience; B train experience preferredMinimum 21 years of ageAbility to pass drug screenPhysical ability to perform job tasks (bending, lifting, reaching, climbing, tarping, handling straps / chains)OTR availability (typically 5 days out and 2 days in; option to stay out longer)Verifiable experience chaining, strapping, tarping loads (including coiled steel)Ability to drive a manual transmissionPreferred
TWIC cardEligibility to go to CanadaX endorsementHazmat cargo experienceCompensation & Benefits
Up to $2,500 sign-on bonusCompetitive pay - paid per mile (.55-.62)$50 tarp pay per loadPaid vacation after 1 year; PTO after 90 days401(k) with partial employer matchHealthcare (Medical, HSA, Vision, Dental) after 30 daysShort-term & Long-term disabilityCompany-provided life insurance (buy-up option available)Legal Shield & ID Theft ProtectionPet insuranceLocation
Reese, MI
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