Driver CDL I - Charlotte, NC

reliance•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Driver CDL I operates commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,001 pounds to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment at assigned regional and/or local destinations or customer locations in a timely manner. The role is part of the Delivery family, which includes work planning, directing, or operating transportation equipment and services, including driving, loading, and coordinating deliveries. The posting lists a minimum salary of $78,000 and notes that one year of flatbed experience is preferred.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) appropriate for the assigned vehicle type.
Successful completion of a road test.
Ability to meet company insurability standards.
Ability to meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
Ability to meet driver qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 391.
Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria established by federal regulations and/or company policy.
No drug violations during the previous five years; proof of completion of a certified SAP program is required for violations older than five years.
Basic knowledge of laws, government regulations, and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions applicable to work situations.
Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and using measurements of length, width, height, and weight.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and customers or vendors.
Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.

Nice To Haves

One year of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
One year of flatbed experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate commercial vehicles to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment at assigned destinations.
Follow safety procedures for transporting goods and securing cargo, which may include using tarps.
Safely maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
Load and unload vehicles as required.
Perform daily vehicle inspections as defined by the FMCSA and ensure trucks are roadworthy and safety and emergency equipment are in good working order.
Record inspection information and defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
Use an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
Report traffic incidents, including accidents and violations, and vehicle damage to supervisory staff.
Read bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
Check load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy, obtain receipts or delivery signatures, and collect payment for services when required.
Adhere to safety processes and protocols.