CDL-B Straight Truck Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line • New York, NY

5d • $21 - $40

About The Position

Old Dominion is seeking a hardworking and reliable Class B Straight Truck City Driver to deliver freight safely and on time between company service centers and customer locations within the service center’s geographic area. Drivers sort, handle, load, and unload freight at company and customer locations, and are expected to uphold high standards of accuracy, safety, efficiency, and customer service. The role involves operating straight trucks, meeting pickup and delivery schedules, and working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Workdays and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class B commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsements; Hazmat endorsement is preferred.
• At least 12 months of previous straight-truck driving experience, or graduation from a state-certified, licensed, and Safety Department-approved driving school, or satisfactory completion of Old Dominion Truck Driver Training school.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to operate a handheld tablet when required.
• Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions and directions given by two-way radio or phone.
• Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
• Must satisfactorily pass a drug test and an alcohol test, if applicable.
• Must satisfactorily pass Old Dominion’s orientation and training program.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Depending on location, may be required to enroll in and complete ODTDT class within six months to obtain a Class A CDL.
• Ability to sit alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours; stand and walk on varied surfaces; squat, crouch, kneel, bend, climb, and balance as needed to handle freight and inspect trucks.
• Ability to push and pull freight, including freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart and, occasionally, more than 300 pounds with or without mechanical aid.
• Ability to lift and carry freight weighing 1 to 100 pounds and load or unload trailers containing up to 50,000 pounds of freight.
• Ability to reach, grip, pinch, and use either or both hands for driving, handling freight, operating equipment, and securing loads.
• Ability to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations, operate landing gear and fifth-wheel or pintle-hook mechanisms, attach and release safety chains, operate cargo doors, and fuel and check vehicle fluids.
• Ability to use attention, memory, reasoning, auditory, and visual skills needed for safe driving, inspections, freight handling, and communication.
• Ability to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Ability to install and remove tire chains when required by inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles safely in accordance with DOT regulations for driving, hours of service, inspections, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
• Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and pass required drug and alcohol testing.
• Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in accordance with state and federal DOT guidelines; use appropriate loading techniques.
• Transport the driver and/or freight throughout the service center over non-forgiving surfaces.
• Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and, when required, complete forms used in freight movement, including shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
• Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as needed.
• Ensure trailers are loaded with freight properly and securely.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel and work at a fast pace to meet deadlines.
• Remain available for work to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
• Pass the orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and other vehicle-related tasks, including checking fluid levels, fueling, and installing or removing tire chains when required.
• Read, write, and speak English; meet attendance requirements and pass job-related physical testing.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage.
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an additional annual discretionary match opportunity.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• 12 days of paid time off.
• Nine paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
• Training and career growth opportunities.
• Promotion-from-within advancement opportunities.
• Bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED