Class A CDL Commercial Driver Port Driver NIT, VIG, PCY, Offsites

InterChange Group • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

Seeking dependable, dedicated & compliant CDL Class A Port driver for immediate opening to operate safely in a modern, well-maintained fleet of sleeper trucks with company owned chassis. Home on weekends unless you wish to work on a Saturday-OT available. Port experience and TWIC card preferred. Competitive compensation with full benefits package including: Paid holidays PTO Medical, dental, vision, disability, life & other optional insurances; 401K w/company match. Additional perks include partial reimbursement on gym memberships & to wholesale stores such as Costco, Sams Club, etc. Apply now to get the benefits & stability of a growing organization while enjoying the family-oriented culture of a smaller company.

Requirements

• Minimum H.S. degree preferred
• 2 years CDL driving experience
• Must hold a current CDL-A with a driving record acceptable to company insurance carrier, as well as hold a current Medical Examiners Certificate
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 75 pounds at shoulder height
• Must be able to read and write well enough to understand and complete required documentation, shipping forms, road signs and other written communications.
• Ability to enter and exit truck cab safely and repeatedly during the work shift
• Ability to crank landing gear, operate 5th wheel release, connect air/electrical lines without difficultly and repeatedly during work shifts.
• Ability to properly secure loads using provided straps and other equipment.
• Ability to repeatedly open & close trailer & shipping container doors throughout the workday. Door weights may vary from 120 to 350lbs. each.
• Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical are required.
• All applicants must complete an application at

Nice To Haves

• Port experience and TWIC card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility will be to safely operate assigned commercial motor vehicle in full compliance with all federal, state, and local laws/regulations in the performance of assigned duties.
• The primary assignment will be to support local transportation operations based out of the Portsmouth terminal. Team member must be flexible, open, and agreeable to a wide range of assignments while on-duty.
• Team member is responsible for communicating all issues related to the condition of company trucks and trailers to designated company staff. Team member will not operate or allow to be operated any equipment that would not meet federal, state or local standards.
• Team member will fill out, maintain, and submit per requested schedules all required paperwork, electronic logs, shipping documents and the like. Paperwork will be complete and accurately reflect the work performed.
• Team member will adhere to and follow all federal, state, local and company safely rules and regulations at all times.
• Team member will foster positive, appropriate, and productive relationships with all customers, members of the general public through responsible driving habits and proper interactions; as well as, with all InterChange staff members & departments.
• Team member must be flexible, open, and agreeable to a wide range of assignments while on-duty.
• Team member will be expected to perform all assigned duties as safely and efficiently as possible to avoid unneeded expense.
• Professionally perform all duties in a manner which promotes the growth, profitability, and success of the company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life & other optional insurances
• 401K w/company match
• partial reimbursement on gym memberships & to wholesale stores such as Costco, Sams Club, etc

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Education Level: High school or GED