Class A Combo P Driver
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Combination Driver/Dockworker to support safe, accurate, and timely freight delivery. Depending on freight availability, the employee loads and unloads freight at a service center and drives tractor-trailers between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center's geographic area. Dock work includes handling freight with a forklift, pallet jack, or manually; driving duties include operating various tractor-trailer combinations in compliance with applicable safety regulations. The role may involve sorting, handling, loading, or unloading freight at company and customer locations. Flexible scheduling is required to meet customer schedules, potentially including third shift, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. The position involves substantial driving and physical dock work, attendance, and work in varied weather, temperature, noise, and lighting conditions. The posted workdays are Monday through Friday and the listed shift is afternoon, though days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. Compensation is listed as $21.45–$40.25, with actual compensation dependent on factors such as location, experience, education, and skill level.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations; use general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain 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 prior tractor-trailer driving experience, or graduation from a State Certified, Licensed, and Safety Department-approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of Old Dominion's ODTDT-8/88 Truck Driver Training program.
- Ability to operate a handheld mini-computer when required and communicate orally effectively.
- Ability to follow instructions and take directions by two-way radio or phone.
- Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
- Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and satisfactorily pass a drug test and an alcohol test, if applicable.
- Must satisfactorily complete the orientation/training program provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- Must be at least 22 years old.
- Must be able to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Must be able to satisfy physical testing requirements consistent with the job duties, including extended driving and standing or walking, frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying freight, and using hands to operate equipment and secure freight.
- Must be able to work varied times and shifts to meet customer schedules, including possible evenings, weekends, and holidays; attendance is required.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
Responsibilities
- Safely load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods, following state and federal DOT guidelines and appropriate loading techniques.
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites, and meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- Operate vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations regarding safe driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
- Transport freight and personnel throughout the service center and monitor shipment locations using the Dock Yard Management System.
- Read shipping labels and, when needed, complete freight movement documents such as shipping orders, manifests, freight bills, and exception or overage/damage reports.
- Hand-load, rewrap, stack, and sort freight as needed; ensure trailers are loaded to required quality standards.
- Secure freight in trailers using appropriate supplies and equipment, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
- Perform pre- and post-trip or equipment inspections and follow instructions received by two-way radio or phone.
- Maintain frequent coordination with service center personnel while working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Install and remove tire chains when required by inclement weather.
- Perform other assigned duties as needed.
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 discretionary company 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 career growth opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement through the company's promote-from-within philosophy
- 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
