Truck Driver

Truck Driver

Sign-on Bonus - $3000. Paid $1500 at 30 days and $1500 at 60 days.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safe operation of tractor/trailer
• Secure cargo using straps, chains and other securing devices to prevent shifting during transit
• Complete shipping and delivery paperwork accurately and on time
• Compliance with all regulations
• Report any accidents, incidents, or safety violations promptly
• Maintain communication with supervisor, sales and customers as required
• Equipment maintenance, required pre and post trip inspections
• Maintain all daily records, HOS, DVIR, proof of deliveries and fuel receipts

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Physically able to secure your loads with chains
• Physically able to protect your load with tarps
• Some over-night (layovers) are expected
• Continuous communication with different departments and our transportation network
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, moderately stressful, constantly changing day-to-day work environment

Required Background, Competencies & Expertise

• Valid Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements
• Valid Medical Card
• Excellent driving record
• Familiarity with relevant transportation regulations and safety standard
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift, carry and secure heavy and oversized loads
• Knowledge of securing different types of cargo, including oversized loads
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Accountability
• Safety
• Integrity and trust

Preferred Background, Competencies & Expertise:

• 2 yrs of driving experience
• 1 yr of flatbed experience

Benefits:

• Paid weekly, minimum weekly pay for OTR is $1,480.00, which requires you to check-in and check-out with your supervisor daily for any additional work assignments before leaving
• This position could be out 5 nights a week but usually 1-2 nights per week
• Top earners can make $90,000+
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus.
• 401k retirement contribution matching 50% company match up to 6% of your annual wages.
• Company covers about 80% of the cost of medical insurance for you and your family.
• Company covers 100% of the cost for a life-insurance policy.
• Company covers 100% of the cost for both short and long-term disability insurance policies.
• Children of long-term employees can apply for company scholarships.
• Paid personal time available for use as it accrues (max of one week per year).
• One week of paid vacation after 6 months.
• Two weeks of paid vacation after one year.

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