CDL-A Regional Driver - Lyon Station, PA

East Penn Manufacturing Company•Lyon Station, PA

3d•$100,000

About The Position

East Penn Manufacturing, a world class leader in automotive battery manufacturing is currently looking for dedicated Regional Class A Delivery Drivers in the Berks and Lehigh County area to expand our East Penn Logistics private fleet. We believe our private fleet provides a competitive advantage in the industry and our professional drivers have bolstered our reputation over the years with exceptional customer service. In this position you will drive a diesel powered tractor‑trailer combination with a Gross Vehicle Weight of up to 80,000 lbs or a smaller vehichle when required. Our drivers are assigned their own truck and routes are designed in order for you to be home multiple times during the week and home every weekend . Our forward thinking and financially secure, privately held company strongly believes that work should be rewarding, enjoyable, and gratifying. Our drivers take pride in our company’s excellent CSA scores, safe driving record, and have found a place to call home with East Penn. Average Potential First Year Starting Salary: $100,000 per year plus expenses paid Salary ranges are determined by mileage, stops, and return products. Plus a $2,500 Sign-On/Retention Bonus!

Requirements

Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with Endorsements for Air Brakes and Hazmat (endorsements not required prior to employment but obtainment required during probationary period) Training provided.
Literate with good communication and math skills.
Customer focused professionalism.

Responsibilities

Home multiple times per week, and weekends.
Observe and maintain all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements regarding vehicle inspections, load inspections, and securing load, and hours of service.
Accurately report hours of service in accordance with DOT and FMCSA regulations 49 C.F.R. § 395.8 and 49 C.F.R. § 395.11 using an electronic logging device (ELD).
Review log and then certify log at the end of each day.
Operate a tractor and trailer in a legal/safe manner consistent with all Federal, State and Local laws, regulations, and Company policies. To include the utilization of all on board safety features.
Conduct pre-trip, inter trip, and post trip inspection for all units operated in accordance with DOT and FMCSA regulation 49 C.F.R. § 396.11.
Complete and submit all Company paperwork to include but not limited to manifest, bill of lading, overage, shortage, damaged claims, and trip reports.
Engage with customers during freight delivery or pickup, ensuring exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
Use company-issued phones to communicate with related departments, such as dispatch or your supervisor.
Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment (ELECTRIC PALLET JACK & 46 ft LIFTGATE or 46 ft DRY VAN)
All trips are scheduled with return loads.
NO Slip seating.
Assigned Tractors