DOT Driver

Yusen Logistics•Kent, WA

11h•$49,549 - $75,976•Onsite

About The Position

Deliver products in a tractor trailer or straight truck. This role involves operating a commercial vehicle such as company vans, trucks, tractor-trailers and/or yard trucks used on public roads with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross or combination thereof, weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more. The position requires maintaining regular and punctual attendance, working cooperatively with others, and interacting with employees and customers appropriately. Assigned tasks and projects must be completed in a timely manner, and all Company policies and procedures must be followed. Specific job duties are always evolving to reflect technological changes and other employer-driven changes in response to customer demands.

Requirements

Two years’ experience with a Class A CDL
A good MVR and work history.
Must have a safe driving record.
Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Demonstrates ability to comply with YLA Core Competencies: Problem Solving & Decision Making, Accountability & Responsibility, Communication, Collaboration & Teamwork, and Customer Focus.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Work cooperatively with others.
Interact with employees and customers in an appropriate manner.
Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED is preferred for driver applicants.

Responsibilities

Conduct oneself in a manner that promotes professionalism within the company and the industry.
Operate vehicle in a safe and efficient manner as described in established procedures.
Secure freight products in strict accordance with established procedures.
Couple and uncouple combination vehicles as required.
Inspection and minor repair of commercial vehicles by company procedures and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Fuel and re-fuel motorized vehicles in strict accordance with established procedures and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Complete record keeping requirements in strict accordance with established procedures and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Be capable of handling physical requirements of position. This would include, but not be limited to, lifting on a regular basis weights up to 75 lbs., and handling the hooking and unhooking of the trailers including the cranking of the landing gear.
Engage in other related activities and special projects as may be required or assigned.
Operate a commercial vehicle such as company vans, trucks, tractor-trailers and/or yard trucks used on public roads with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross or combination thereof, weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more.