Class A Driver

MAT Express•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Driver operates tractor-trailer combinations to deliver products to customers accurately and on schedule. The role is based at MAT SAN, 3495 Kurtz Street, San Diego, CA 92110, for training and work, and drivers are home daily. Drivers coordinate with dispatch, follow applicable traffic laws and truck-driving regulations, secure and verify cargo, maintain required driving and delivery records, and perform vehicle inspections and basic daily maintenance. The position requires a valid California Class A license, a current medical card, a Hazardous Materials endorsement, and the ability to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment background check. Starting compensation is $28.00 per hour; applicants with TWIC, HAZMAT, or DBIDS endorsements may receive higher starting pay.

Requirements

Valid California Class A license and current medical card.
Experience transporting and handling freight.
Current 10-year DMV printout.
Ability to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment background check.
Hazardous Materials endorsement required.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English.
Basic mathematical skills.
Extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Route delivery experience and familiarity with Los Angeles County.
TWIC preferred.
DBIDS preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive tractor-trailer combinations to deliver products to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
Communicate and coordinate respectfully with dispatchers.
Obey applicable traffic laws and comply with truck-driving rules and regulations.
Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance it within the vehicle.
Maintain a driving log in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure vehicle mechanical issues are noted and corrected before driving.
Meet delivery schedules.
Report defects, accidents, and violations.
Perform basic daily truck maintenance, including refueling and cleaning.
Load and unload trucks using forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection reports.
Record cargo deliveries.
Verify loads for accuracy.