Dedicated OTR Driver - MOU

Job Summary Dedicated Local Drivers are responsible for the pick-up and delivery of freight within a limited area. Local drivers are paid hourly and typically work Sunday - Friday, but may vary depending on customer’s requirements. Benefits Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Health Savings Account contributions 401k with company match Company paid life insurance Long Term Disability Dependent Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Wellness programs Paid Holidays Paid vacation Uniforms Weekly direct payroll deposits Safety and Performance Rewards Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Job Responsibilities Perform safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles. Check shipping papers to determine if the load complies with all required regulations. Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations. Develop and maintain professional and effective relations between our company and the public. Drive truck to the required destination in accordance with federal regulations. Ensure that all shipping documentation required to move with shipments is available for inspection. Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear. Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper. Fuel trucks and tractors. Pay Range 0.81-0.81 per mile. Job Requirements High school diploma or equivalent 21 years or older Class A Interstate Commercial Drivers' License with hazardous materials and double/triple endorsements Pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical Satisfactory background check 2 years' driving experience preferred or 100,000 miles over the road in a tractor trailer. Pass ACT Road test Flexible hours Have the ability to be certified as a forklift operator Be familiar with proper procedures for handling hazardous materials. Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations that govern a safe work environment. Read, write, speak and understand English well. Count, add, and subtract digits up to 10,000's. Be able to operate a motor vehicle safely. Have a working knowledge of all DOT regulations that govern your particular job. Physical Requirements Sit and remain alert while driving for an extended period of up to 10 hours. Shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals. Perform frequent actions such as: squatting, bending, twisting, turning and reaching overhead. Perform occasional pushing and pulling of freight up to 500 lbs. on a dolly or cart, as well as, freight weighing more than 100 lbs. with or without mechanical aid. Hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release lever, and open and close the cargo door. #J-18808-Ljbffr AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.