CDL A Driver

NHT Logistics, Inc•East Cocalico Township, PA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

NHT Logistics, Inc. is a family-owned trucking, cold storage and brokerage company located in Denver, PA. We are seeking a professional and safety-focused Class A CDL Driver responsible for the timely and secure transportation of goods across the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, and throughout the mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Midwest regions. The CDL A Driver will be in complete support of and willing adherence to NHT’s mission, vision and core values. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The driver will be responsible for operating equipment safely, managing freight handling, and utilizing company-provided technology to ensure accurate navigation and reporting. In addition to daily operations, the driver is responsible for maintaining equipment safety and readiness through regular inspections and reporting.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL
Valid DOT Medical Card
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Clean motor vehicle record (no serious violations in the past 3 years).
Willingness to learn and adapt to specialized freight handling and delivery requirements.
Flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a variety of environments including farms, urban delivery locations, and changing weather conditions.
Comfortable operating in a variety of environmental conditions, including adverse weather such as snow.
Able to sit for extended periods of time.
Capable of performing tasks such as up-stacking and down-stacking pallets and lifting 50 pounds or more.
Strong hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, as well as visual and hearing acuity to safely perform all job functions.
Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments including conditions that may reach as low as negative 20 degrees.
Willing to be out overnight, if needed, with the potential for multiple nights in a row.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in specialized freight handling and delivery requirements.
A willingness to learn how to haul nest run eggs and operate safely on tight farm roads, including in inclement weather.
Ability to manage multiple delivery appointments at varying times, including daytime and overnight schedules.
Basic understanding of single- and dual-zone trailers, including proper use of a bulkhead.
Working knowledge of safety regulations and traffic laws.
Ability to properly secure palletized freight using tension bars and E-track systems.
Additional technical and operational experience, particularly in equipment handling and electronic logging systems.
Comfortable working with modern tools and warehouse-style delivery methods.
Power jack certification.
Experience operating an electric pallet jack for dock deliveries, street-side loading/unloading, and liftgate operations.
Familiarity with Samsara ELD system.

Responsibilities

Safely operating equipment to transport goods while ensuring on-time deliveries and high-quality customer service.
Loading and unloading trailers, including breaking down freight as needed.
Adhering to all traffic laws and DOT regulations while maintaining a safe and courteous driver style.
Completing accurate, neat, and timely paperwork.
Navigating routes using GPS and in-field technology provided by the company.
Maintain accurate logs and activity records using ELD systems to remain compliant with federal and state regulations.
Conducting pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections of tires, lights, brakes, fuel levels.
Reporting mechanical issues, defects, or required maintenance on tractors and trailers immediately.
Keeping equipment clean, organized, and in proper working condition.