CDL A Linehaul Driver (Wichita Run)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a safety-conscious Class A Linehaul Driver for a dedicated Kansas City-to-Wichita route. The driver transfers freight between specified customer and terminal locations, operates tractor-trailer combinations over long distances, and completes required shipping documentation in accordance with government regulations and company procedures. Drivers are home daily and have weekends off.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
At least 21 years of age.
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
No DUI or DWI in the past 3 years.
No more than 3 traffic violations in the past 3 years.
Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain them.
Successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment.
Ability to frequently enter and exit a commercial vehicle cab.
Ability to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for up to 20 feet.
Ability to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations; manually raise and lower landing gear; operate fifth wheel release levers; lock and release pintle-hooks; attach and release safety chains; open and close cargo doors; climb into and out of vehicles; and fuel vehicles and check oil and coolant levels.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Hook up and haul trailers between customer and terminal locations as instructed by dispatch or an immediate supervisor.
Ensure shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipments to delivery points.
Operate tractor-trailer combinations for extended periods over long distances.