Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Duncansville, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion is seeking dedicated, detail-oriented, and hardworking individuals to join the OD Family as a Combination Driver/Dockworker. This role is crucial for delivering customer freight safely, accurately, and on time. As a Dockworker, you will efficiently load and unload freight, supporting warehouse and material handling operations. As a Driver, you will ensure the timely and safe delivery of freight between service centers and customer locations. This position requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and a passion for upholding high service standards. If you thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment and take pride in exceptional service, you are encouraged to apply. Based on freight availability, this position involves safely loading and unloading freight at the service center and delivering freight by tractor-trailer to company service centers or customer facilities/work sites. You will successfully load and unload freight during scheduled shifts using a forklift or manually, and operate various tractor-trailer combinations within the service center's geographic area. The role may also involve sorting, handling, loading, and/or unloading freight at company and customer locations, with flexible scheduling including third shift, evening, weekend, and some holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
• Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• 12 months previous tractor-trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
• Ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when required.
• Good oral communications skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and take directions via two-way radio or by phone.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• Satisfactorily pass a drug test.
• Satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable).
• Satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Must be at least 22 years of age.
• Ability to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels.
• Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight.
• Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-pace and deadline oriented.
• Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.
• Be available for work, to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Benefits

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

What This Job Offers

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