Class A CDL Local Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion is seeking a hardworking and reliable Local P&D or City Driver to deliver freight safely and on time between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the 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 focus on accuracy, safety, efficiency, and customer service, and involves frequent contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Pick-up and delivery drivers average $81,000 in annual pay. The position is eligible for tuition reimbursement for new graduates of an approved trucking school. Work days and shifts are listed as Monday through Friday, morning, but may change based on scheduling and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations, including tasks involving receipts, maps, road signs, and logs.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 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.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
- Satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
- Satisfactorily complete the orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- At least 22 years of age.
- Meet the physical requirements of the role, including driving for up to an aggregate of 11 hours, handling freight, climbing into and out of vehicles, and performing vehicle and freight-related tasks.
- Satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements consistent with the job requirements.
- Meet the attendance requirement.
Responsibilities
- Operate vehicles safely in compliance with DOT requirements for driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods, following state and federal DOT guidelines and appropriate loading techniques.
- Transport the driver and/or freight throughout the service center, including 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 required, complete forms used in freight movement, including shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
- Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as needed and ensure trailers are loaded properly.
- Secure freight inside trailers 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 and Delivery Drivers.
- Tuition reimbursement for new graduates of an approved trucking school.
- Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
- Vision and dental coverage.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- 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.
- Advancement through the company’s promote-from-within philosophy.
- National career opportunities at the company's service centers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
