Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Irving, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking dedicated, detail-oriented, and hardworking Combination Driver/Dockworkers to support the safe, accurate, and timely movement of customer freight. Depending on freight availability, the position may involve loading and unloading freight at a service center and delivering freight by tractor-trailer to company service centers, customer facilities, or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. Employees may sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations. The role requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and customer service, and may involve flexible scheduling, including third shift, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

As a dockworker, the employee loads and unloads freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods; monitors shipment locations with the Dock Yard Management System; interprets shipping labels and freight paperwork; and secures freight inside trailers. As a driver, the employee operates tractor-trailer combinations in compliance with applicable DOT requirements, meets customer pickup and delivery schedules, and may perform dock work as needed. Employees must be available to work varied shifts and schedules according to customer needs and business requirements.

The work includes driving for aggregate periods of up to 11 hours, standing or walking for up to 8 hours per shift, handling freight, operating forklifts and other equipment, and conducting vehicle and equipment inspections. Employees may work in enclosed vehicles and trailers, around other workers and equipment, and in varying weather, temperature, lighting, noise, and odor conditions. Attendance is required, and tire chains may need to be installed or removed in inclement weather.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations, including tasks related to receipts, maps, road signs, and logs.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 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 take directions by two-way radio or phone.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Ability to meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
• Satisfactory completion of the orientation/training program instructed by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• At least 22 years of age.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including driving, walking, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, and gripping freight and equipment.
• Ability to work in very hot or cold conditions and in environments with varying noise and odors.
• Ability to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Satisfactory completion of physical testing consistent with the job requirements.
• Ability and willingness to work varied times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules; attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use loading techniques such as tight loading or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight throughout the service center 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 documents such as shipping orders, manifests, freight bills, overage/damage reports, and exception forms.
• Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
• Ensure the quality loading of trailers and secure freight using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
• 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 requirements for safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and work safely around freight, forklifts, and cross-dock traffic.
• Install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.
• Perform other duties assigned by the company.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision and dental benefits
• 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 advancement opportunities
• National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers

What This Job Offers

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