Class A CDL Driver, AM Home Daily

PRATT INDUSTRIES U.S.A.
Any Location, TX
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

The Class A CDL Driver will operate a 53' dry van safely and efficiently, delivering goods to customers. The driver will be responsible for conducting pre-trip inspections, inspecting tractor and trailer for defects, and ensuring all required shipping documentation accompanies deliveries. The driver will also communicate with Dispatch/Operations and report any accidents or incidents.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities of this role include operating a tractor-trailer, inspecting equipment, and communicating with dispatch. The driver will also be responsible for reporting accidents or incidents and maintaining a driver's log electronically.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a Class A CDL driver with three years of verifiable experience operating a CMV. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class A CDL without airbrake restrictions, a clean driving record, and the ability to work in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL without airbrake restrictions
  • Three years of verifiable experience operating a CMV
  • Read, write, speak, and clearly understand the English language
  • DOT applications must be complete and accurate
  • Pass a physical exam and drug test administered by a company-approved facility
  • Possess a valid Social Security Card
  • No reckless driving violations in the last ten years
  • No suspension of license in the last ten years
  • No moving violations in the last three years
  • No failed or refused drug or alcohol test
  • No felony convictions within the last ten years
  • No controlled substance events
  • No crimes against another person of ANY type
  • Misdemeanors will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • No DWI, DUI, BAC, or Open Container convictions in the last ten years
  • Present a clean and professional appearance

Benefits

  • Home daily
  • New equipment, state-of-the-art technology
  • 80% drop and hook
  • Safely operate a TAS with 53' dry van
  • Performs all duties in accordance with Corrugated Logistics policies and procedures
  • Complies with all federal, state, and local regulations for the secure and safe Operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV)
  • Conducts a thorough pre-trip inspection of the equipment assigned as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the company
  • Inspect tractor and trailer for defects during and after trips and submit a written report on the condition of the tractor and trailer at the end of each trip
  • Safely operates tractor trailer equipment in different configurations as assigned, with varying weights as allowed by law, under all types of climatic conditions, terrain, road conditions and traffic situations, in urban and rural settings, for extended periods of time, over long distances, either direct or by way of other intermediate points in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations as well as Corrugated Logistics policy
  • Drop, hook, spot, switch and otherwise interchange equipment, including the hooking and unhooking trailers from the tractor itself and the pushing, pulling, placing, lifting and attaching or detaching of various types of converter gear when necessary. Also includes the raising and lowering of the landing gear on semi-trailers
  • Ensures that all required shipping documentation accompanies all deliveries
  • Properly secures or re-secures the cargo as required
  • Frequently communicates with Dispatch/Operations, in person or by way of PeopleNet, or phone, in order to advise of stops, movements, problems with equipment, cargo, delays, etc.
  • Reports all accidents or incidents involving driver of company equipment. Be able to provide initial contact with public safety or law enforcement officials and the general public when involved in traffic accidents or incidents
  • Report any moving violations received in both CMV or personal vehicle
  • Properly maintains a driver’s log electronically in accordance with FMCSA and Corrugated Logistics requirements
  • Remains knowledgeable of own hours of service at all times and reports discrepancies or potential violations to Corrugated Logistics Operations immediately
  • Properly and efficiently complete all necessary paperwork including inspection reports, manifests, bills of ladings, trip pay reports, trip fuel and mileage reports, accident reports and any other report or record required by law, regulation or Corrugated Logistics policy
  • Verifies all shipping documentation against the load information provided by dispatch. Note in writing any overages, shortages or damage and seal intact when arriving at delivery
  • Performs roadside inspections as required by the law, various administrative agency regulations and Corrugated Logistics policy
  • Works in adverse weather conditions without temperature or other environmental controls and subject to ambient weather conditions
  • Performs work required in a timely manner and maintains adequate production in order to meet service schedules
  • Communicates in a professional manner with persons whom the driver is in contact with as a company representative
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