Combo Driver
On-siteLyndhurst, Virginia, United States
Lyndhurst, Virginia, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeHigh School Or EquivalentTransportation ServicesLarge
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLargeTransportation Services
Job Summary
Operate a tractor/trailer to transport freight while adhering to FMCSA regulations, local, state, and federal laws. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, check gauges, and promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services. Insure cargo security, verify unit numbers against paperwork, and use in-cab technology for electronic logs. Perform dock work including loading/unloading freight at hubs, regional locations, and customer sites. Drive various routes and terrains, including mountains, desert areas, and extreme weather conditions. Assist with local pick-up and delivery as business needs dictate.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
- 21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations (1 year driving experience required)
- Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
- Must reside within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment
- Hazmat, Tanker and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirements may apply)
- Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements
- Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle)
- Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70lbs.
- Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly
- Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR
- Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations
- Must pass a FMCSA required medical exam
- Must pass a road test
- Ability to meet the FMCSA's requirements to speak and read English
- Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
- Must be able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain, including, but not limited to, mountains, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc.
- Must be able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc.
- Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles, etc.
- Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
- Must be able to interact well with others
- Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
- Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
- Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Desired Qualifications
- Stable employment history preferred
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