Driver, Linehaul

Estes Forwarding Worldwide • Falcon Heights, MN

91d

About The Position

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch. We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Short- and long-term disability plans, Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, Job referral bonus program.

Requirements

• Must be able to drive a tractor-trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.
• Must have an acceptable MVR.
• Must pass a road test.
• Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles.
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Must pass a pre-employment FMCSA medical exam and drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Tanker and Doubles endorsements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight following Company, Federal, State, and Local laws concerning run times and FMCSA regulations.
• Planning routes efficiently and delivering freight on time.
• Communicating with the dispatch team about scheduling, workload, and route options.
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer before each trip and at the end of each trip.
• Overseeing freight loading, ensuring freight limits are not exceeded, and properly securing the freight to prevent damage.
• Obtaining and maintaining proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
• Maintaining records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Logging hours and distances driven, rest stop durations, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.
• Adhering to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Complying with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
• Ensuring security of equipment and cargo.
• Possibly operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Checking gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensuring seal or lock on trailers, and inspecting vehicles before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.
• Promptly reporting all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
• Verifying unit numbers versus paperwork given and reporting any discrepancies to your supervisor.
• Using in-cab technology, including electronic logs and other items as required.
• Driving different schedules and working the dock based on business needs.
• Providing professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
• Complying with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED