Driver, Local

DSV • Fort Worth, TX

3d • $31 - $34

About The Position

The Local Truck Driver position based out of Fort Worth, TX, will handle local deliveries within a specific area with care, professionalism, and precision.

Benefits of Driving with DSV

Local drivers start at $30.50 - $33.50 an hour (based on experience)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
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.

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.
• Applies tire chains in inclement weather when required.
• Swings and secures trailer doors.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
• 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: No Education Listed