Final Mile Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

As a Final Mile Driver, you will pick up, transport, and deliver local freight in a non-CDL-A vehicle. Hazardous materials are excluded. The role is responsible for transporting freight safely and on time from origin to destination. You will load and unload shipments, individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment, and frequently lift, pull, and carry freight.

You will inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips, and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report at the end of each trip. You will check shipping papers to confirm hazardous materials are not present; ensure required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments when delivered; and complete paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.

After successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role, you must be willing to enter Southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Satisfactorily pass a background check and alcohol and drug test.
• Have a valid driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Have at least 6 months of driving experience, including experience driving a personal motor vehicle.
• Be willing to enter Southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program after successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with a pallet jack.
• Previous loading and unloading experience.
• Previous box truck experience.
• Previous delivery driver experience.
• CDL B.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, transport, and deliver local freight safely and on time in a non-CDL-A vehicle.
• Load and unload shipments, individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment.
• Frequently lift, pull, and carry freight.
• Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips.
• Submit a written Vehicle Condition Report at the end of each trip.
• Check shipping papers to ensure hazardous materials are not present.
• Ensure required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments when delivered.
• Handle and complete paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.

What This Job Offers

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