Driver 1

Nippon Express USA • Long Beach, CA

10d • $21 - $24

About The Position

The Household Goods Driver leads daily moving operations and helps ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and applicable requirements. The role coordinates in-house crews and partner companies, promotes consistent service quality, and works closely with Sales and Customer Service teams. The position oversees household-goods packing, handling, loading, and unloading at customer locations and may also involve driving a company vehicle.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age to participate in the transportation of interstate commerce under FMCSR 391.11(b)(1).
• Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Satisfactory compliance with DQF documentation.
• Valid Class C driver’s license.
• High school diploma, equivalency certificate, or significant relevant or appropriate work experience.
• DOT medical card, or ability to pass a DOT physical to obtain one.
• Ability to work with customers, vendors, outside organizations, and employees at all levels of the branch.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned area of daily operations.
• Direct and support front-line drivers and crew members.
• Ensure work quality, safety, and compliance with applicable procedures.
• Conduct or support investigations and inspections.
• Lead daily crew operations at customer sites.
• Oversee the safe packing, handling, loading, and unloading of household goods.
• Prepare and review import, export, and domestic transportation documents.
• Complete accident and damage reports and support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen).
• Communicate and coordinate with partner companies, Sales, and Customer Service.
• Transport and deliver goods according to the schedule determined by the Dispatcher.
• Load or unload goods using proper safety precautions.
• Safely drive the company vehicle in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Comply with DOT and NEU requirements, including recordkeeping, pre- and post-inspections, and hours-of-service requirements.
• Communicate areas of concern to a Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Auto and home policies.
• Commuter benefits.
• Vacation and sick time.

What This Job Offers

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