Driver, Local

DSV•Chattanooga, TN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Local Truck Driver position based out of Chattanooga, TN, will handle local deliveries within a specific area with care, professionalism, and precision. DSV is a global transport and logistics company that has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. They add value to customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. DSV operates in over 80 countries, ensuring a steady supply of goods globally.

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.
Physically able with or without accommodation to: Frequently carry, push, or pull freight weighing 1-125 pounds
Lifts up to 50 pounds
Frequently reach for freight at waist level and occasionally above shoulder height or below waist level
Shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals, not applicable on all trucks
Frequently squat or crouch to handle and position freight
Climb in and out of over-the-road tractor, 4 to 6 feet, 8 to 10 times daily with assistance of various steps and handholds; occasionally bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.

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.
Conduct pre-trip inspection for a tractor and trailer.
Be able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower/raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release level, lock/release pintle-hooks, fuel vehicles and check engine oil/coolant levels, perform preventative maintenance.

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.
prescription
flexible and health spending accounts
wellness resources