Class A CDL Local Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion is hiring a Local P&D or City Driver to transport freight 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 safe, timely, and accurate freight delivery, compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, and availability to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules. Drivers may use a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual handling methods to move freight, and must secure freight appropriately inside trailers. The position is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, with frequent contact with service center personnel. Drivers must complete Old Dominion’s orientation and training program. The company reports average annual pay of $81,000 for Pick up & Delivery Drivers and offers tuition reimbursement for eligible new graduates of approved trucking schools.
Requirements
- 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, graduation from a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of Old Dominion’s Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
- At least 22 years of age.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations.
- Ability to read maps and road signs and maintain logs and receipts.
- Ability to operate handheld tablets 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.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass a drug test and, if applicable, an alcohol test.
- Must satisfactorily complete the orientation and training program provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Must pass physical testing consistent with the job requirements.
- Must be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Must be able to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including prolonged driving, freight handling, lifting and carrying, pushing and pulling, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and using hands to operate equipment and secure freight.
- Attendance is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Graduation from an approved trucking school qualifies for the stated tuition reimbursement program for new graduates.
Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely and in compliance with DOT regulations covering driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and hazardous materials transportation.
- Transport freight between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center’s geographic area.
- Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods, following state and federal DOT guidelines.
- Sort, handle, hand-load, rewrap, stack, and secure freight as necessary, using appropriate tools and supplies such as pallets, straps, and rope.
- Ensure trailers are loaded with quality and freight is secured inside them.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and complete applicable freight-movement forms, such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
- Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- Complete required vehicle inspections and maintenance-related tasks, including checking engine oil and coolant, fueling vehicles, and installing or removing tire chains when needed.
- Hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations and operate associated equipment, including landing gear, fifth-wheel release levers, pintle-hooks, safety chains, and cargo doors.
- Follow instructions and directions provided by two-way radio or phone.
- Attend work as required and perform other assigned duties.
Benefits
- 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
- 12 days of paid time off
- 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Promotion-from-within opportunities
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers
- Bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
