Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Geddes, NY

2d • 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 safely, accurately, and timely delivering customer freight. 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. The position requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and a passion for high service standards. It involves 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 use a forklift or manual methods for loading/unloading 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, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must have 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.
• At least 22 years of age.
• Ability to work a variety of times and shifts in order to meet customer pick up and delivery schedules.
• Ability to install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates.
• Ability to work in an environment where noise and odors may be present.
• Attendance is a requirement.
• Ability to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements discussed above.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

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
• 12 Days Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays including a birthday holiday
• 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
• Bonus eligible

What This Job Offers

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