Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Truck Driver and take charge of delivering freight efficiently and safely across various routes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate a range of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, flatbeds, tankers, and refrigerated trailers, while adhering to all safety and regulatory standards. As a CDL truck driver, you will be the vital link in ensuring timely delivery of goods, maintaining excellent customer service, and upholding the highest standards of transportation safety. Your expertise will drive our success and keep goods moving seamlessly across the supply chain.
Duties
- Safely operate commercial trucks including tractor-trailers, refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tankers across over-the-road (OTR) routes while complying with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards.
- Load and unload freight using manual handling techniques or forklift equipment as needed, ensuring cargo is secured properly for transport.
- Navigate routes efficiently using GPS navigation systems to meet delivery schedules while optimizing fuel consumption and route planning.
- Transport hazardous materials or dangerous goods following hazardous materials regulations and safety protocols.
- Deliver freight accurately to designated locations, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to delivery procedures.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on trucks to identify maintenance needs or safety issues before hitting the road.
- Maintain detailed logs of driving hours, cargo details, and delivery records in compliance with FMCSA regulations.
Skills
- Proven experience in commercial truck driving, including route driving and delivery driving with a focus on freight handling.
- Knowledge of various trailer types such as refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, and specialized equipment for automobile transportation.
- Familiarity with GPS navigation tools for efficient route planning on over-the-road (OTR) routes.
- Understanding of trucking safety regulations including FMCSA, DOT regulations, hazardous materials regulations, and hazard communication standards.
- Ability to handle manual transmission trucks confidently and perform manual handling tasks during loading/unloading processes.
- Experience with logistics cargo handling, truck loading/unloading procedures, and securing freight properly for safe transport.
- Strong driving skills with a clean driving record; experience with delivery routes that require precise timing and route management.
Embark on a rewarding career that keeps the economy moving! We’re looking for motivated drivers who are committed to safety, punctuality, and excellent service delivery. Join us to be part of a team that values professionalism, safety compliance, and operational excellence every mile of the way!
Pay: $3,000.00 - $8,000.00 per month
Work Location: On the road
