Freight Operations Specialist/CDL Driver

Roadrunner • Romeoville, IL

131d • $27

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable and versatile team member to join our LTL service center. This position is a hybrid role that combines local pickup and delivery driving, dock work, and general support for service center operations. The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, customer-service oriented, and willing to contribute wherever needed to ensure smooth terminal operations. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.

Requirements

• Valid CDL (Class A or B, depending on equipment used).
• Clean driving record that meets DOT standards.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate forklifts/pallet jacks.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain) both indoors and outdoors.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and team-first attitude.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts as needed.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English, including shipping documents and safety regulations.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift certification.
• Prior experience in LTL, freight handling, or dock operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial motor vehicles (typically Class [A or B] straight trucks or tractor-trailers) on designated local routes.
• Perform timely and efficient pickup and delivery of LTL freight.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy.
• Interact professionally and courteously with customers, representing EFS and Roadrunner positively.
• Accurately complete and manage shipping documents (Bills of Lading, delivery receipts, manifests).
• Utilize handheld scanners and other company technology for tracking and documentation.
• Secure freight properly using appropriate equipment (load bars, straps, etc.) to prevent damage.
• Adhere strictly to all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety protocols.
• Load and unload freight from trailers and straight trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material handling equipment.
• Sort, segregate, stage, and properly place freight on the dock or load into outbound trailers according to destination.
• Verify freight piece counts and check for damage, noting exceptions according to company procedures.
• Operate dock equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment on the dock and in the yard.
• Assist with weighing and dimensioning freight as needed.
• Operate a hostler (yard truck) to reposition trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking spots.
• Spot trailers for loading and unloading based on dock assignments and schedules.
• Perform pre- and post-use inspections on yard equipment to ensure operational safety.
• Communicate with dispatchers, dock personnel, and drivers to coordinate trailer movements.
• Conduct yard checks to track trailer inventory and update records.
• Ensure proper chocking, trailer placement, and trailer brake application.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrian and vehicle traffic in the yard to prevent accidents.
• Assist with managing trailer flow during peak shipping/receiving times.
• Assist with general terminal upkeep and organization.
• Participate actively in safety meetings and training sessions.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and other team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support overall terminal and company needs.

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees