Class A CDL Local Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • Pompano Beach, FL

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a hardworking and reliable Local P&D or City Driver to transport freight safely and on time between company service centers and customer locations or work sites within the service center’s geographic area. Drivers operate various tractor-trailer combinations and may sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations. The position calls for accuracy, safety, efficiency, and high standards of customer service. Old Dominion states that its Pick up & Delivery Drivers average $81,000 in annual pay. Eligible new graduates of an approved trucking school may participate in the Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The role involves driving in compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, loading and unloading freight, monitoring shipment locations, reading shipping labels and documentation, and securing freight appropriately. Drivers must be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and may work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. The listed workdays are Monday through Friday, with a morning shift; schedules may change based on business needs.

The work may involve prolonged driving and extensive physical activity, including moving freight, climbing in and out of vehicles, and working in varied weather, lighting, and noise conditions. Full-time employees and their families are eligible for the benefits described in the posting.

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 trailers, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• At least 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, or graduation from a state-certified, licensed, and Safety Department-approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
• Ability to operate handheld tablets when required.
• Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions and directions received by two-way radio or phone.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations for safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous materials transportation.
• Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass required drug and alcohol tests, where applicable.
• Satisfactorily pass the orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion-qualified driver trainer.
• At least 22 years of age.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including prolonged driving, handling freight, climbing in and out of vehicles, installing and removing tire chains when required, and operating manual transmissions and vehicle controls.
• Attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely and in compliance with DOT regulations governing driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and hazardous materials transportation.
• Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and pass required drug and alcohol tests.
• Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual handling, in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use loading techniques such as tight loading or cross loading.
• Transport oneself and/or freight throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and, when needed, complete forms used in freight movement.
• Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary and ensure trailers are loaded with quality and care.
• Secure freight in trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
• Remain available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Average annual pay of $81,000 for Pick up & Delivery Drivers, as stated in the posting.
• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
• Vision and dental benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an additional discretionary company match opportunity.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible drivers and technicians, including new graduates of an approved trucking school.
• Training and growth opportunities.
• Promotion-from-within opportunities and national career opportunities at the company’s service centers.

What This Job Offers

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