Elite Truck Driver / Traveling Driver – Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring an experienced Class A truck driver for its Elite Driver team. The role is designed for reliable, adaptable drivers who travel regionally and nationally to support critical operations, launch new business, and assist locations and strategic customers where additional driver support is needed. Assignments last at least three weeks and may be extended. For every three travel weeks worked, drivers may choose a home week or another travel week; the posting also describes an option to take one full week off each month. Pay is $2,350 weekly plus a $350 weekly per diem, and drivers are compensated during a home week. Drivers perform multi-stop deliveries in varied environments, with assignments ranging from high-touch to no-touch work. Training is provided for specialized equipment. Drivers use scanners and onboard technology to confirm delivery accuracy and operate well-maintained vehicles equipped with safety features, including inward- and outward-facing cameras. Dispatch times and routes vary according to assignment. The position requires a valid Class A CDL, qualifying documented tractor-trailer experience, a compliant DOT medical card, and a driving record within the stated limits. It is a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role requiring safe, alert work and regular, predictable attendance. The physical requirements include frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, handling and reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, and safely entering and exiting the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence.
Currently hold, or be able to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
At least 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years, or 2 years in the last 5 years.
A 3-year DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency, as required for compliance with federal law.
Ability to complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat endorsement.
Doubles endorsement.

Responsibilities

Travel regionally and nationally to support Penske operations.
Represent Penske as a trusted, elite professional driver.
Help launch new business and support key strategic customers.
Perform multi-stop deliveries in a variety of environments, including high-touch and no-touch assignments.
Support special projects, help stabilize and improve performance, and assist with new account startups.
Use scanners and onboard technology to ensure accurate deliveries.
Operate vehicles safely and follow applicable laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and work the required schedule and at the required location.