Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Irving, TX

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About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Combination Driver/Dockworker to support the safe, accurate, and timely movement of customer freight. Depending on freight volume, the employee loads and unloads freight at a service center and operates tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. The role may also involve sorting, handling, loading, or unloading freight at company and customer locations.

The position combines dockwork and driving. Dock duties include moving freight with a forklift, pallet jack, or manually; monitoring freight locations through a Dock Yard Management System; interpreting shipping labels and freight documents; and properly loading and securing trailers. Driving duties include operating safely under applicable DOT rules, meeting pickup and delivery schedules, and performing assigned loading and unloading tasks. The work is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, with frequent contact with service center personnel.

The role requires availability for varied schedules to meet customer needs, including possible third shift, evening, weekend, and holiday work. The posted schedule lists Monday through Friday, morning shift, but days and shifts may change according to scheduling and business needs. Work may take place in service centers, enclosed vehicles and trailers, and varying weather, noise, and lighting conditions. The position involves substantial driving, standing, walking, climbing, handling freight, and other physical tasks.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Must have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, or be a graduate of a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department-approved driving school, or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
• Must be at least 22 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
• Must be able to operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
• Must have good oral communication skills and be able to follow instructions and directions delivered by two-way radio or phone.
• Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
• Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
• Must satisfactorily pass the orientation and training program instructed by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job, including prolonged driving, standing and walking; frequent squatting, crouching, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying freight; and operating a manual transmission and foot pedals.
• Must be able to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
• Must be able to work varied times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area.
• Operate vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations concerning safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations as needed.
• Move throughout the service center and monitor shipment locations using the Dock Yard Management System.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and freight documents, and complete applicable forms when required.
• Hand-load, rewrap, stack, and secure freight using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, and rope.
• Ensure trailers are loaded to the required quality standards.
• Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Complete assigned duties and tasks, which may extend beyond the responsibilities listed in the posting.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and other vehicle and equipment checks.
• Install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.
• Attend work reliably and complete required orientation and training.

Benefits

• Great health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision and dental
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) 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
• Promote-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: No Education Listed