Over the Road Driver (Extraboard - Fully Endorsed)
On-siteJeffersonville, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Operate a tractor/trailer to transport freight between Estes network terminals, adhering to FMCSA regulations and hazardous materials requirements. Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections, verify unit numbers against paperwork, and promptly report maintenance issues to Fleet Services. Maintain accurate records for compliance with local, state, and federal laws while securing equipment and cargo. Drive in diverse terrain and weather conditions, including mountains, desert areas, and extreme temperatures, utilizing in-cab technology for electronic logging. Work an average of five days away from home, maintaining regular attendance and providing professional service to customers.
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 terminal and/or work assignment
- HazMat, Tanker and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirement may apply)
- Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements
- 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
- Must be able to lift 65 lbs. of pressure for pulling 5th wheel pin
- Must be able to climb a ladder
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Must be able to sit and balance
- Must have close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to work near moving mechanical parts
- Must be able to work in high/precarious places
- Must be able to work with hazardous materials
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions
- Must be able to work in loud environments
- Must be able to stand
- Must be able to walk
- Must be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to lift, twist, turn
- Must be able to talk or hear
- Must be able to frequently perform the essential functions of the job
Desired Qualifications
- Stable employment history preferred
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