Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Greensboro, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Combination Driver/Dockworker to support safe, accurate, and timely freight delivery. Depending on freight levels, the employee may load and unload freight at a service center and drive tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. The role includes handling freight at company and customer locations and requires availability for varied schedules, including evening, third shift, weekend, and some holiday work.

The position combines dock and driving duties. Dock work includes loading, unloading, sorting, securing, and handling freight with a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or by hand. Driving duties include safely operating tractor-trailer combinations in compliance with applicable Department of Transportation requirements and meeting customer pickup and delivery schedules. Work takes place in varying conditions, including enclosed vehicles and trailers, all weather conditions, and areas with varying noise and lighting. The position is full-time and offers the benefits and career opportunities described in the posting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations, including tasks involving receipts, maps, road signs, and logs.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• At least 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, or graduation from a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
• Ability to properly operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
• Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions and directions received by two-way radio or phone.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations for safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
• Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass drug and applicable alcohol tests.
• Satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• At least 22 years of age.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged driving, standing and walking; frequent handling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and securing freight; and operating a manual transmission and foot pedals.
• Ability to work varied times and shifts and maintain attendance to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Use appropriate loading techniques, including tight or cross loading, and ensure trailers are loaded properly.
• Sort, hand load, rewrap, stack, and secure freight using appropriate tools and supplies such as pallets, straps, and rope.
• Transport freight and/or oneself throughout the service center, including on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and, when needed, complete freight-movement forms such as shipping orders, manifests, freight bills, and overage/damage or exception reports.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area.
• Comply with DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections and other assigned duties.
• Install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life insurance
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
• Training and growth opportunities
• Promotion-from-within opportunities
• National career opportunities across 260+ service centers

What This Job Offers

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