Driver Commercial 1
About The Position
This position is part of the Delivery family and operates commercial vehicles with a GVWR under 26,001 lbs. to deliver and pick up materials, merchandise, and equipment. A California Class A Driver’s License is required. The role supports timely deliveries and pickups, safe vehicle and cargo handling, and compliance with applicable company and federal safety requirements. The driver performs vehicle inspections and required documentation, uses an electronic logging device, reviews bills of lading and manifests, and obtains signatures for delivered goods. The role also helps maintain trucks and trailers, stages and organizes dunnage, and assists loading operations when needed to support efficient workflow. The anticipated compensation is USD $25.00–$28.50 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
Requirements
- A California Class A Driver’s License is required.
- Valid driver’s license appropriate for the assigned vehicle type.
- Successful completion of a road test.
- Ability to meet company insurability standards.
- Ability to meet driver qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 391.
- Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria under 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 as applied to work situations.
- Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and/or using length, width, height, and weight measurements to perform basic computations correctly.
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and customers or vendors.
- Ability to make sound decisions using knowledge, experience, and judgment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Two to five years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate commercial vehicles to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment at assigned destinations or for customers in a timely manner.
- Follow safety procedures for transporting goods, including securing cargo and using tarps when needed.
- Safely maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
- Perform daily vehicle inspections as defined by FMCSA to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
- Record inspection information and defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by FMCSA.
- Use an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by FMCSA.
- Report traffic incidents, accidents, 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 and obtain signatures for delivered goods.
- Stage dunnage for the loading shift before the end of each shift.
- Remove and organize excess dunnage left on trailers to maintain efficiency, safety, and cleanliness.
- Clean trucks at the end of each shift, including removing trash, to prepare equipment for its next use.
- Assist loading operations when trucks are not ready or loaded, including moving trailers and trucks to improve workflow and help drivers depart efficiently.
- Adhere to safety processes and protocols.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
