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

Penske•United States,

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About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring an experienced Class A truck driver for its Elite Driver team. This is a traveling role in which drivers are deployed regionally and nationally to Penske locations to support critical operations, special projects, strategic customers, and new-business launches. Assignments last at least three weeks and may be extended. For every three travel weeks worked, drivers have the option of taking a home week or working another travel week; the role also offers an option for one full week off each month. Dispatch times and routes vary by assignment, and drivers are compensated during home week. Drivers perform multi-stop deliveries in varied environments, from high-touch to no-touch assignments. Training is provided for specialized equipment. They use scanners and onboard technology to ensure delivery accuracy and operate well-maintained vehicles equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The position requires safe, professional driving and representing Penske and its clients. The role requires a valid Class A CDL, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card (or the ability to obtain one), documented tractor-trailer experience, and a compliant driving record. Drivers must meet the required schedule and location needs, complete an application and screening process, and be able to work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role. The position involves frequent movement and vehicle entry and exit, with lifting requirements up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States and licensed in their state of residence.
Currently hold, or be able to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
At least one year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last three years, or two years in the last five years.
Three-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency as required by federal law.
Ability to work the required schedule and at the required location.
Completion of the Penske employment application, background investigation, and drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the 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 lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Legal ability to 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, professional elite driver.
Help launch new business and support strategic customers.
Perform multi-stop deliveries in a variety of environments, including high-touch and no-touch assignments.
Support operations during special projects.
Help stabilize and improve operational performance.
Assist with new account startups.
Use scanners and onboard technology to ensure accurate deliveries.
Operate vehicles safely and enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area as required.