Class A Combo P Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Combination Driver/Dockworker to help safely and accurately move freight between service centers and customer locations. Depending on freight levels, the employee may load and unload freight at a service center and deliver freight by tractor-trailer to company service centers or customer facilities and work sites within the service center’s geographic area. The position combines dockwork and driving duties, including freight handling, material movement, shipment tracking, and customer pickup and delivery schedules. Work may involve third shift, evening, weekend, and holiday availability, and schedules may change based on business needs. The posted working shift is afternoon, with Monday through Friday listed as working days. The role requires safe operation of tractor-trailer combinations and material-handling equipment, adherence to DOT requirements, and the ability to perform strenuous physical work in varied weather, lighting, noise, and temperature conditions. The posted compensation range is $21.45–$40.25; actual compensation may vary based on factors including location, experience, and skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations; ability to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with double/triple trailer, 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 Old Dominion’s Truck Driver Training program (ODTDT-8/88).
- Ability to operate a handheld mini-computer when required.
- Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions, including directions by two-way radio or phone.
- Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations covering 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.
- Satisfactory completion of the orientation and training program provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- At least 22 years of age.
- Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including prolonged driving, standing and walking, climbing, handling and securing freight, and operating a manual transmission and foot pedals.
- Ability to work a variety of times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules; attendance is required.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload freight from trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
- Use loading techniques such as tight loading and cross-loading; hand-load, rewrap, stack, and secure freight as needed.
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations safely between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites.
- Follow DOT regulations for safe driving, hours of service, inspections, vehicle maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight locations within the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and freight documents; complete applicable forms when required.
- Ensure trailers are loaded safely and freight is secured using appropriate materials and tools, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
- Meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and remain available for assigned work schedules.
- Perform pre- and post-trip and forklift inspections, and install or remove tire chains when required by weather.
- Follow instructions and directions received by two-way radio or phone and communicate with service center personnel.
- Perform assigned duties and tasks, including duties beyond the listed examples, as required.
Benefits
- Health benefits, including a 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
- 15 days of paid time off, including vacation and state sick leave
- 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Promotion-from-within opportunities and national career opportunities
- Bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
