Chicago Fleet Driver

Imperative Logistics • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The driver safely and efficiently operates a commercial truck for extended hours to pick up and deliver freight. The role transports goods locally to airlines and/or customers, according to each shipment’s service level. Candidates selected for the role must pass background and motor vehicle record (MVR) checks.

The driver loads, unloads, and transports cargo between customer locations and the airport; stays in telephone contact with the dispatcher; completes airline bills of lading and Master Airway Bills; maintains a driver logbook and daily vehicle inspection reports in accordance with I.C.C. regulations; and interacts with customers. The position requires operating a truck with a capacity of 26,000 pounds or more gross vehicle weight, driving long hours and traveling regularly, and working outdoors briefly in all types of weather.

The position pays $23.56 per hour. Base compensation may depend on factors including experience, education, certifications, internal equity, market data, and geography.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Three years of commercial driving experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate a truck with a capacity of 26,000 pounds or more gross vehicle weight.
• Ability to operate a handheld computer or cellular telephone and a handheld device used to communicate shipment information.
• Basic knowledge of computers and email.
• Time-management skills and ability to process paperwork.
• Knowledge of and compliance with DOT safety standards.
• Must pass a background check and an MVR check.
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
• Ability to climb into and out of a tractor several times per day using three points of contact; lift over 50 pounds; and bend, stoop, crawl, and squat to inspect a trailer underside and tires.
• Ability to work outdoors for short periods in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport cargo to and from customer locations and the airport.
• Maintain telephone contact with the dispatcher to receive instructions.
• Complete bills of lading and Master Airway Bills for airlines to tender freight.
• Maintain a driver logbook and daily vehicle inspection report according to I.C.C. regulations.
• Interact with customers.
• Safely operate a commercial truck to pick up and deliver freight locally.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• HSA with matching contribution
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED