Combo Driver

Estes Express Lines•Albany, GA

3h•$26 - $36

About The Position

The Combo Driver operates tractor-trailers and other equipment to transport freight safely and in compliance with Company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FMCSA regulations. The role may involve local pickup and delivery, hub or regional runs, occasional over-the-road work when approved by Safety, and dock work, including loading and unloading freight. Work assignments and schedules may vary according to business needs. The driver performs equipment inspections, checks vehicle gauges and indicators, secures equipment and cargo, maintains required records, and promptly reports maintenance issues or paperwork discrepancies. The position requires safe operation across varied routes, terrain, and weather conditions, compliance with hazardous-material transportation requirements, and professional service to customers and the public. Regular attendance is required, and employees must perform other duties as assigned. The role involves frequent lifting and movement of at least 70 pounds and other physical activities such as standing, walking, sitting, reaching, twisting, climbing, and handling freight or equipment. The work environment may include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, high or precarious places, varied weather, and noise ranging from quiet to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be at least 21 years old under FMCSA regulations and have at least one year of driving experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Residence within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment.
Hazmat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements; LCV requirements may apply.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer for a duration that complies with FMCSA requirements.
Ability to operate a forklift with a minimum 7,500-pound capacity.
Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 pounds.
Ability to drop, hook, and couple trailers, including cranking landing gear, pulling a fifth-wheel pin requiring approximately 65 pounds of pressure, and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
Acceptable motor vehicle record; familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Must pass an FMCSA-required medical exam and a road test.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements for speaking and reading English.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more as required by essential job functions.
Ability to drive varied routes and terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate safety and operational functions of equipment, including tire chains and manual and/or automatic transmissions.
Ability to comply with Company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct; interact well with others; and work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities, read and interpret written instructions and documents, maintain concentration, and meet deadlines.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, submit to random drug and/or alcohol testing, and be subject to a criminal history background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Physical ability to perform frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, twisting, turning, reaching, handling, climbing or balancing, and other tasks described in the job posting.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailers and other required equipment to transport freight safely and in compliance with Company policies, applicable laws, and FMCSA regulations.
Operate equipment across different terrain, routes, and environmental conditions, including manual-transmission vehicles and tire chains.
Comply with FMCSA requirements for Commercial Driver’s License holders and applicable requirements for hazardous-material transportation.
Maintain records required by local, state, and federal regulations.
Secure equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and inspect the vehicle during trips; check gauges, visual indicators, and trailer seals or locks for problems or security.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services or supervision.
Verify unit numbers against paperwork and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, when required.
Work different schedules and on the dock as business needs require; perform approved over-the-road work when needed.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Assist with local pickup and delivery routes, hub or regional runs, dock work, and loading or unloading freight at customer sites as required.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties assigned to meet operational and safety needs.