Class B Straight Truck Driver
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 operate straight trucks and sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer facilities or work sites. The role requires attention to accuracy, safety, efficiency, and customer schedules in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Drivers must comply with applicable DOT regulations, use freight-location and communication systems, interpret shipping labels and freight documentation, and secure freight appropriately. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties. The position involves substantial physical activity, including driving, loading and unloading freight, and working in varying weather, lighting, and noise conditions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class B commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsements; hazardous-materials endorsement is preferred.
- Depending on location, successful enrollment in or completion of ODTDT class within six months may be required to obtain a Class A CDL.
- Acceptable motor vehicle record.
- 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.
- Ability to operate a handheld tablet when required.
- Good oral communication skills and ability to follow instructions and directions received 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.
- Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards; satisfactorily pass required drug testing and alcohol testing when applicable.
- Satisfactorily complete the orientation and training program instructions provided by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to meet the described physical demands, including driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours, handling freight, and passing job-consistent physical testing.
- Ability to install and remove tire chains when required by inclement weather.
- Ability to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Attendance is required.
Nice To Haves
- Hazardous-materials endorsement.
Responsibilities
- Operate a straight truck safely in compliance with DOT requirements for driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and hazardous-material transportation.
- Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards and pass required drug and alcohol tests.
- Load and unload freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in accordance with state and federal DOT guidelines; apply appropriate loading techniques.
- Transport the driver and/or freight throughout the service center, including over non-forgiving surfaces.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations within the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and, when required, complete freight-movement forms such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
- Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
- Ensure trailers are loaded to meet quality requirements.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, and rope.
- Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented setting.
- Remain available for work to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- Perform other assigned duties and tasks.
Benefits
- Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
- Vision and dental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life insurance
- Wellness program
- 20 days of paid time off, including vacation and state sick leave
- 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Opportunities to advance through the promote-from-within philosophy
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers
- Bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
