Class B Local Truck Driver
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 generates sales leads, and loads and unloads freight. The driver must operate in accordance with state-specific regulations for intrastate commercial straight trucks and use a forklift and pallet jack to handle freight. The role may involve transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials and operating in all types of weather. Drivers must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting, climbing in and out of trucks, sitting for extended periods, operating heavy equipment, and walking or standing on varied surfaces. The role requires availability for a flexible schedule of up to 12–14 hours per day, including day, night, and weekend shifts. The position is Motor Carrier Act Exempt.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Possess 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 for physical essential functions.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule of up to 12–14 hours per 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.
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights, including up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 75 pounds occasionally.
- Safely climb in and out of a straight truck or box truck.
- Sit for extended periods in a straight truck, box truck, or forklift and safely operate heavy equipment and a forklift.
- Walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces and outdoors in inclement weather.
- Reach, including overhead; bend; climb; push; pull; twist; squat; and kneel.
- Operate a straight truck for up to 11 consecutive hours.
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 in all types of weather.
Benefits
- Full health insurance benefits starting on day one.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Up to 13 days of paid time off during the first year.
- Nine paid company holidays.
- 401(k) option with company match.
- Education assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
