Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Truck Driver and take charge of delivering freight efficiently and safely across various routes. This role offers an opportunity to operate a box truck, and potentially a tractor-trailer ensuring timely delivery of goods while adhering to all safety and regulatory standards. Your expertise in logistics cargo handling, route driving, and vehicle operation will be vital in maintaining our commitment to exceptional service. We value motivated drivers who thrive on local and short over-the-road (OTR) routes and are passionate about navigating logistics with precision and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate commercial trucks, following all FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations and DOT (Department of Transportation) standards
- Plan and execute efficient routes using GPS navigation systems to ensure timely deliveries
- Load and unload freight with manual handling techniques, ensuring proper cargo security
- Transport various types of freight with attention to safety protocols
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle condition
- Maintain accurate digital logs of driving hours, delivery documentation, and cargo manifests in accordance with FMCSA regulations
- Communicate effectively with dispatch teams to coordinate deliveries, report issues promptly, and adapt to route changes or unforeseen circumstances
Skills
- Proven experience in commercial truck driving, including delivery driving and route driving on OTR routes
- Knowledge of truck loading and unloading procedures for freight
- Familiarity with GPS navigation tools for route planning and real-time navigation adjustments
- Ability to handle manual transmission trucks confidently and perform manual handling tasks safely
- Strong understanding of FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations, DOT regulations
- Excellent driving skills with a clean driving record; experience in tractor-trailer operation is a plus
- Ability to load/unload freight efficiently while adhering to safety protocols; experience with logistics cargo handling is a plus
Embark on a rewarding career where your driving expertise keeps goods moving smoothly across short distances where you're home for dinner every evening! We’re committed to supporting your growth as a professional driver while prioritizing safety at every mile.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
