Class A CDL Local Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line•Pompano Beach, FL

25d

About The Position

Old Dominion is seeking a hardworking and reliable Local P&D or City Driver to make timely and safe deliveries between company service centers and customer locations within a service center's geographic area. Drivers operate various tractor-trailer combinations and sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations. The role requires a strong commitment to accuracy, safety, efficiency, and customer service. Old Dominion states that Pick up & Delivery Drivers average $81,000 in annual pay. The position is eligible for the Tuition Reimbursement Program for new graduates of an approved trucking school. Drivers must follow applicable DOT requirements and customer pickup and delivery schedules. Work is fast-paced and deadline-oriented and involves frequent contact with service center personnel. The posted working days are Monday through Friday, with a morning shift; days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The position involves extended periods of driving, loading and unloading freight, and work in varied environments and weather conditions. Employees may work around others during freight handling, inside vehicles and trailers, and in conditions with varying noise and lighting. Attendance is required, and employees must be able to perform assigned duties and tasks.

Requirements

Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.
Have an acceptable motor vehicle record.
Have 12 months of previous tractor-trailer driving experience, graduate from a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, or satisfactorily complete the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
Be able to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations needed to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
Be able to operate handheld tablets when required.
Have good oral communication skills and be able to follow instructions and directions received by two-way radio or phone.
Have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations covering safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous materials transportation.
Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
Satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
Satisfactorily pass the orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
Be at least 22 years of age.
Be able to meet the stated physical demands, including driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and handling freight; and passing any job-related physical testing requirements.
Be able to install and remove tire chains when required by inclement weather.
Be able to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations, operate related vehicle equipment, fuel vehicles, and check engine oil and coolant levels.
Be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
Meet the attendance requirement.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely and in compliance with DOT regulations governing driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
Load and unload freight at company and customer locations using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods, following state and federal DOT guidelines.
Use loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading, and hand load, rewrap, or stack freight as needed.
Monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center using the Dock Yard Management System.
Read and interpret shipping labels and, when required, complete forms used in freight movement, including shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
Ensure trailers are loaded with quality and secure freight using appropriate tools and supplies such as pallets, straps, and rope.
Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Average annual pay of $81,000 for Pick up & Delivery Drivers.
Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
Vision and dental coverage.
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; eligibility for this position is stated for new graduates of an approved trucking school.
Training and growth opportunities.
Opportunities to advance through a promote-from-within philosophy.
National career opportunities at the company's 260+ service centers.