Class A CDL Local Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion is seeking a hardworking and reliable individual to join the OD Family as a Local P&D or City Driver. This role is essential for ensuring the timely and safe delivery of freight between service centers and customer locations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for accuracy, safety, and efficiency, with a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of service. OD's Pick up & Delivery Drivers average annual pay is $81,000. This position is eligible for OD's Tuition Reimbursement Program, available for new graduates of an approved trucking school. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, excel at meeting deadlines, and take pride in ensuring freight arrives on time and in excellent condition, you are encouraged to apply. Local P&D or City Drivers operate various tractor-trailer combinations within the service center's geographic area and are responsible for sorting, handling, loading, and/or unloading freight at company and customer locations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
- Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements
- Acceptable motor vehicle record
- 12 months previous tractor-trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a State Certified, Licensed and Safety Department approved driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88)
- Ability to operate hand held tablets when required
- Good oral communications skills
- Ability to follow instructions and take directions via two-way radio or by phone
- Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
- Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance and transportation of hazardous materials
- Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation
- Satisfactorily pass a drug test
- Satisfactorily pass an alcohol test (if applicable)
- Satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer
- At least 22 years of age
- Satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements consistent with job requirements
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Attendance is a requirement
Responsibilities
- Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials
- Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines
- Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading
- Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces
- Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center
- Read and interpret shipping labels
- Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary
- Insure the quality loading of all trailers
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)
- Be available for work, to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules
- Perform all duties and tasks as assigned
Benefits
- Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
- Vision & Dental
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
- Training and growth opportunities to build a career
- Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
- National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
