Class A CDL Combo P Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Greensboro, NC

10d

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 may load and unload freight at a service center and drive tractor-trailers between service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. The role includes dock and material-handling work as well as driving duties.

The employee must meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and be available for a variety of shifts, including evening, third shift, weekends, and some holidays. Work may take place in service centers, enclosed vehicles and trailers, and in varying weather, lighting, noise, and temperature conditions. Attendance is required, and employees must be able to perform assigned duties and tasks. The position is full-time.

Requirements

• Must be at least 22 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous-material 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 Old Dominion’s ODTDT-8/88 Truck Driver Training program.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to operate a handheld mini-computer when required and communicate orally with others.
• Must be able to follow instructions and take directions 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 an alcohol test if applicable.
• Must satisfactorily complete the orientation/training program instructed by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including prolonged driving, standing and walking, climbing, frequent handling of freight, and lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Must be able to work varied times and shifts and in extremely hot or cold conditions, and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
• Must meet attendance requirements and satisfactorily pass physical testing consistent with the job requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight safely using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual handling, following applicable DOT guidelines.
• Use loading methods such as tight loading and cross loading; hand-load, rewrap, stack, and secure freight as needed.
• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites.
• Follow DOT requirements for safe driving, hours of service, inspections, vehicle maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
• Monitor freight locations throughout the service center using the Dock Yard Management System.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and freight documents; complete applicable freight movement forms when required.
• Maintain the quality of trailer loading and secure freight using appropriate supplies and tools, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
• Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and follow instructions communicated by radio or phone.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and other assigned duties.
• Install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an 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 at more than 260 service centers

What This Job Offers

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