Xpress Trucking, Inc. is seeking a full-time dependable CDL Class A Truck Driver, who can transport numerous types of freight / cargo / goods safe and accurately over the road.
Competitive benefits package:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k Plan + company match
- Sick/vacation accruals
- Paid holidays
Job Responsibilities- Operate company truck and comply in accordance with FMCSA regulations
- Safely and efficiently operate trucks with GVW over 26,000lbs
- Pull towed weight exceeding 10,000lbs
- Safely and efficiently haul 20, 24, 40, 45, and 53' containers as directed
- Safely and efficiently haul 24-26, and 53' trailers as directed
- Accurately perform pre-trip procedures before and after operating assigned truck
- Pickup and deliver freight / cargo / goods to and from assigned destinations
- Ensure all placards accompany all necessary freight / cargo
- Safely and securely tie down cargo loads for transport
- Identify the different shipping documentation (Freight bill, POD, BOL, manifests, Hazmat, etc.)
- Conduct yourself in the safest way possible at all times
- Deliver product to customers in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain accurate hours of service log; document pick-up and delivery in and out times
- Maintain a clean and orderly truck cab and trailer at all times
- Check all paperwork that accompany pickups and deliveries
- Assist in receiving shipments and ensure freight is properly protected / secured
- Report all defects, accidents & violations to management / compliance personnel
- Responds professionally to all customer's needs and concerns
- Communicate and question any concerns regarding condition of a shipment to dispatch or operations
- Responds promptly and professionally to internal staff and customer needs/concerns in a quick and courteous manner and able to bring unresolved issues to management
- Work together as a team with all departments and offices
- Complete all training courses as assigned
- Comply with all policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations
- Obey all traffics laws and drive according to weather/road conditions
- Complete all other tasks or duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills- Valid CDL Class A
- At least one years driving experience
- Clean driving abstract
- Able to fit up to 50-100lbs
- TWIC card required for port access
- Hazmat endorsement not preferred for hire, but must obtain after 6 months of employment
- Basic math, written and oral communications skills
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance required- Must be able to accommodate to changes in scheduling when necessary
- Work overtime as needed.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Proficient with GPS, smart phone, and other routing devices
- Punctual, dependable, and resourceful
- High level of composure and good stress management
- Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements
Physical Requirements- Able to sit for long periods of time
- Able to lift to 50lbs
- Able to operate electric / manual pallet jacks, cart, hand trucks
- Some push and pulling
- Constant climbing in and out of truck
- Tie/untying cargo as needed
Work Environment- Assigned truck cab
- Various weather conditions
- Indoors for driver's meetings
- In and outdoors for customer pickup/deliveries
- In and outdoors when associating with staff members
The list is not intended to be construed as a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.