Class A CDL Combo P Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Combination Driver/Dockworker to help deliver customer freight safely, accurately, and on time. Depending on freight availability, the employee may load and unload freight at a service center and drive tractor-trailers between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. The position combines dock work and driving duties and requires availability for varied schedules to meet customer pickup and delivery needs, including third shift, evening, weekend, and some holiday work. The posted working days are Monday through Friday and the posted shift is morning, though schedules may change based on business needs. Dock work includes handling freight with a forklift, pallet jack, or manually; monitoring freight locations through the Dock Yard Management System; interpreting shipping labels and freight documents; securing and arranging freight; and maintaining loading quality. Driving responsibilities include safely operating tractor-trailer combinations in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations and meeting pickup and delivery schedules. The position involves frequent physical activity, work in varied weather and temperature conditions, and exposure to changing noise and lighting levels.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations; use general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailer, tanker, and hazardous-material endorsements.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record.
- At least 12 months of prior tractor-trailer driving experience, or graduation from a state-certified, licensed, and Safety Department-approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of Old Dominion’s Truck Driver Training program.
- Ability to properly operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
- Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions and directions by two-way radio or phone.
- Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations for safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
- Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass the required drug test and, if applicable, alcohol test.
- Satisfactorily complete the orientation and 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, standing and walking, handling freight, climbing into and out of vehicles and forklifts, and installing or removing tire chains when required.
- Ability to work varied times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules; attendance is required.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
- Ability to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals, and to pass physical testing consistent with the job requirements.
Responsibilities
- Safely load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual handling, following state and federal DOT guidelines.
- Use loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading, and ensure the quality of trailer loads.
- Drive tractor-trailer combinations 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 hazardous-material transportation.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and freight documents, and complete applicable forms when required.
- Hand-load, rewrap, stack, sort, and handle freight as needed.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate materials and equipment, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
- Meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and remain available for assigned work.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and follow safety instructions and directions received by two-way radio or phone.
- Maintain communication with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
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 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 across more than 260 service centers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
