Local P&D Driver (Class B)
On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Operate a Class B CDL Straight Truck to transport freight while adhering to FMCSA regulations, run times, and local/state laws. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor and trailer, check gauges for malfunctions, and secure the seal or lock on trailers. Maintain required records, promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services, and verify unit numbers against paperwork. Insure the security of equipment and cargo, and assist with dock work including loading and unloading freight at the service center or customer sites. Use in-cab technology such as electronic logs as needed. Provide professional service to customers and the public while driving in all terrain types and environmental conditions.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
- Must be 21 years of age if going interstate (1 year driving experience required)
- Must possess a valid Class B or 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
- Air brake endorsement required if equipped with air brakes
- Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
- 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 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
- Hazmat endorsement recommended, but not required
- Stable employment history preferred
- Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle)
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