Driver, Local

DSV • Atlanta, GA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Local Truck Driver position will handle local deliveries within a specific area with care, professionalism, and precision. Drives semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more. P&D locally. Backs trailers to customer dock. Maintains compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior. Communicates with customer representatives in pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner. Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers. Complies with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing). Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle. Ensure that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving. Swings and secures trailer doors. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• CDL A License Required
• A minimum of 2 years CDL A driving experience within the last 4 years.
• Meet D.O.T. qualification requirements, FMCSR 391.41.
• Experience in load securement, route planning, and navigating various road conditions.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to handle sensitive cargo with care.
• Detail-oriented / mindset required.
• Must have a TWIC or eligible to obtain a TWIC card within 90 days, if required.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years CDL A driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drives semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more.
• P&D locally
• Backs trailers to customer dock.
• Maintains compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior.
• Communicates with customer representatives in pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner.
• Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers.
• Complies with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing).
• Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle.
• Ensure that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected before driving.
• Swings and secures trailer doors.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match.
• Generous PTO package – including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 floating holidays, and 6 paid holidays a year.
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options.
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees