Class A Driver

A.P. Moller - Maersk•Linden, NJ

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About The Position

A CDL Class A Driver safely and efficiently transports freight to customers, distribution centers, and other designated locations. The driver operates commercial motor vehicles, completes required inspections, secures cargo, maintains accurate records, and provides professional customer service. The anticipated starting pay is $29.00 per hour, paid biweekly. The stated salary range may be adjusted based on prevailing market conditions and factors such as location, with final starting salary determined with the selected candidate in accordance with applicable laws. The regular shift is Monday through Friday, 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The role includes frequent physical activity, including entering and exiting commercial vehicles and performing vehicle and cargo inspections. Employees may need to secure loads and lift or move products weighing up to 75 pounds. Employees are expected to follow company safety policies, applicable DOT requirements, OSHA standards, TSA requirements where applicable, and customer-site safety rules. Accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, equipment or cargo damage, and regulatory concerns must be reported immediately. The description represents the general nature and level of work and is not exhaustive. Additional responsibilities or support for other operational areas may be required based on business needs. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to protected characteristics. The company supports accommodation requests during the application and hiring process.

Requirements

Valid CDL Class A license and acceptable driving record.
Current DOT medical certification.
Knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service requirements, and transportation compliance standards.
Ability to safely operate tractor-trailers and commercial motor vehicles in varied driving and weather conditions.
Ability to accurately complete logs, bills of lading, inspection reports, and transportation records.
Strong customer service, communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to safety, cargo security, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Ability to work overtime, extended hours, and flexible schedules when required.
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
Ability to perform frequent entering and exiting of commercial vehicles, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to perform vehicle and cargo inspections, secure loads, and lift and move products weighing up to 75 pounds when required.

Nice To Haves

LTL/City driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Class A commercial motor vehicles, including tractor-trailers.
Transport and deliver freight according to assigned routes, schedules, and customer requirements.
Perform required pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Load, secure, inspect, and protect cargo during transit.
Follow applicable DOT regulations, hours-of-service requirements, traffic laws, company policies, and customer-site rules.
Maintain accurate electronic or written logs, delivery documents, bills of lading, inspection reports, and other required records.
Communicate with dispatch about routes, delays, deliveries, vehicle issues, and changes in operating conditions.
Safely maneuver vehicles at loading docks, yards, parking areas, and customer locations.
Promptly report accidents, traffic violations, mechanical problems, cargo damage, and unsafe conditions.
Maintain a clean and professional vehicle, work area, and appearance.
Provide courteous and professional service to customers and operational partners.
Assist with loading and unloading freight when required.
Comply with company safety policies, applicable DOT requirements, OSHA standards, TSA requirements where applicable, and customer-site safety rules.
Immediately report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, equipment damage, cargo damage, and regulatory concerns.