Class B Local Truck Driver - Maspeth, NY

XPO•New York, NY

47d•$31 - $34

About The Position

The Class B Driver safely operates a straight truck with a GVWR or GVW of 26,001 pounds or more, provides customer service and may generate sales leads, and loads and unloads freight. The driver operates according to state-specific regulations for intrastate commercial straight trucks and uses a forklift and pallet jack to handle freight. Drivers must be able to transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials and meet the physical and language requirements described in the posting. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have a Class B CDL without an air brake restriction.
Have a safe driving record and history.
Pass a DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals.
Pass a company-paid DOT physical and pre-hire test covering the physical essential functions.
Be available for a flexible schedule of up to 12–14 hours in a day, including day, night, and weekend shifts.
Have, or be able to obtain, a Federal Medical Certificate and self-certify as Non-Exempt Interstate.
Currently possess or be willing to obtain hazardous materials and tank endorsements within 90 days of employment.
Be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 75 pounds occasionally.
Be able to safely climb in and out of a straight truck or box truck.
Be able to sit for extended periods in a straight truck, box truck, or forklift and safely operate heavy equipment and a forklift.
Be able to walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces, and work outdoors in inclement weather.
Be able to reach, including above the head, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel.
Be able to operate a straight truck for up to 11 consecutive hours in all types of weather.

Nice To Haves

Currently possess hazardous materials and tank endorsements.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a straight truck with a GVWR or GVW of 26,001 pounds or more.
Provide excellent customer service, including generating sales leads.
Load and unload freight.
Operate a straight truck in accordance with state-specific regulations for intrastate commercial straight trucks.
Operate a forklift and pallet jack to load and unload freight.
Safely transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials.