Hub Driver (Class A)
On-siteWaterloo, Iowa, United States
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 for malfunctions, and verify unit numbers against paperwork. Insure cargo security, maintain required compliance records, and promptly report maintenance issues to Fleet Services. Perform dock work including loading and unloading, and assist with over-the-road runs as dictated by business needs. Use in-cab technology for electronic logs and drive across various terrains and environmental conditions. Provide professional service to customers and the general public while maintaining regular attendance.
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
- 1 year driving experience
- 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
- 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)
- Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
- 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
- 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
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