CDL (Class A) Regional Driver-Midwest

Southland Transportation•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

As a Regional Truck Driver, you transport goods over long distances, typically across state lines, using a tractor-trailer. The main travel areas are NC, VA, TN, WV, OH, KY, IL, MI, IA, and MO. The role supports the logistics and transportation industry by ensuring timely delivery while following safety regulations and company policies. The OTR Driver works under minimal supervision.

Requirements

Two or more years of CDL Class A semi-tractor experience within the last 36 months.
Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for the cargo being transported.
Ability to operate heavy trucks safely and efficiently, including maneuvering and backing up.
Knowledge of transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards.
Clean driving record with no history of serious traffic violations or accidents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy in paperwork and recordkeeping.
Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, routes, and delivery requirements.
Commitment to safety, professionalism, and customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service or repair status in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following loading crew signals and checking vehicle and loading equipment positioning.
Drive trucks with capacities greater than 13 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle damage.
Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.
Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources and verify instructions and routes.
Check trailers after unloading to ensure contents have not caused damage.
Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, performing minor repairs, or washing trucks.
Remove debris from loaded trailers.
Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs.
Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computers, GPS equipment, or other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
Inspect loads to ensure cargo is secure.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations.
Use truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or GPS equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.