Truck Driver - CDL (Local/Home Daily)

Novo Logistics

Position: Truck Driver - CDL (Local/Home Daily)

Location: Sparks, Nevada

Full-time Weekend position Friday - Sunday (5:00 pm to 5:00 am) $31.50 hourly

Company Description

"The Novo culture has the utmost respect for our team members, families, and the local community. As a member of Novo, we warmly welcome you and your family to the Novo team. We empower our team members to advocate for our cultural values of respect, safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our team is proud to work for Novo, and we’re proud to work with them. Join us in making a difference for our partners."

With operations in states across the country, partnerships with industry-leading corporations, and continued expansion in our future, there are many opportunities for personal growth and development when you choose to explore a career with us. Join our team and grow with us! We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Description

Novo is seeking reliable, motivated, and team-oriented individuals to join our Warehouse Team. This position is within a fast-paced warehouse environment in Sparks, Nevada. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

 Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Operate tractor/trailer and/or box truck.
• Perform pre-trip inspections.
• Keep accurate driving records.
• Deliver customer products in a professional safe, and efficient manner.
• Follow all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Perform some general maintenance and safety inspections of vehicles.
• Communicate with local team members, leadership, and customers.
• Maintain high safety standards.
• Assist other team members with day-to-day operations, as needed.
• Comply with established policies and procedures.
• Comply with all federal and local traffic laws.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) driving regulations.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude towards members of management, coworkers, customers, partners, and other visitors, while dealing with stressful situations.
• Ability to use driving record software, GPS, and other driving/transportation applications on a computer, tablet, and/or smartphone.
• Ability to lift, move and transport up to 50 pounds.
• Skill in proactive problem-solving and decision-making/analysis.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse work instructions, safety, and housekeeping procedures, is preferred.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a strong tolerance for working in fast-paced and/or stressful situations, while solving problems.
• Ability to multitask in changing work environments and roles.
• Ability to stand, bend and stoop for extended periods or for the duration of a shift (8-12 hour shifts).

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Have reliable transportation.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years of warehouse experience, is preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience operating a tractor/trailer (truck) combination, is required.
• Must possess a current, unexpired CDL/DOT certified (Class A) valid driver’s license.
• Be willing to submit to a background check and urinalysis drug screen upon offer of employment.

Employment Type(s)

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation

• Hourly (paid weekly via Direct Deposit).
• Overtime opportunities (overtime pay is equal to 1.5 times the Team Member's regular hourly rate of pay, for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek).

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

• Company-sponsored premiums for Medical Insurance, with nominal Team Member contribution.
• Dental Insurance, Vision, Life Insurance policy, and other options.

401(k) Plan

• Company match option.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Time Off hours in accordance with Company Policy

Experience

Required

• 1 - 2 years: Experience operating a tractor/trailer (truck) combination

Preferred

• 1 - 2 years: Warehouse experience

Education

Preferred

• High School or better in General Studies or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Commercial Driver’s Lic.

Behaviors

Required

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer
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