CDL-A Equipment Transport Driver

APR&R dba New England Truck Center•Pembroke, NH

1d•$28 - $34

About The Position

The CDL-A Transport Driver will be driving a Heavy-Duty Wrecker, Rollback, Recovery Vehicle, or Tractor Trailer Combination with a GVWR rating of more than 26,000 lbs. Transport Drivers are required to work diligently with all Dispatch team members. On-Call availability is required. Additional duties will be required as necessary. Managers oversee Transport Drivers, which includes but is not limited to Scheduling, Interpersonal issues, and training. This position is full-time Monday – Friday with available work hours 5AM to 7PM along with a rotating on-call weekend schedule. Our compensation levels are based hourly $28 to $34 per hour plus a commission plan equal to $49/HR for hours worked 5PM - 7AM Monday - Friday, and all-day Saturday and Sunday, with potential yearly earnings of $120,000 per year.

Requirements

Valid commercial driver's license with CDL-A.
Must not have Automatic Transmission restrictions.
Must have DOT Medical Card and clean driving record.
Ability to operate heavy duty vehicles safely and efficiently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two (2) years of commercial driving experience.
Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat, tanker endorsements, doubles/triples are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

Complete all transport deliveries/pickups as scheduled.
Swiftly, calmly, and professionally rectify customer issues that may arise.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections.
Maintain accurate and up to date driver logs, trip sheets, and submit weekly.
Able to read and navigate by map and/or GPS, plot routes, and follow oral and written delivery instructions.
Communicate and work diligently with all Dispatch personnel.
Observe rules and regulations, safety procedures, and traffic laws.
Follow accident procedures as needed.
Inspect, protect, and maintain company assets, merchandise, and vehicles.
Ensure appropriate delivery documentation is generated, filled out, and submitted via Tow Book.
Process and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials as needed.
Ensure assigned company truck is kept clean and presentable.
Report any problems with tractor/trailer/tanker to management immediately.
Complete proper paperwork related to dispatch and admin in a timely manner.
Perform additional tasks as needed/assigned.