Local Class A CDL Delivery Driver

Oak Harbor Freight Lines•Portland, OR

28d

About The Position

Oak Harbor Freight Lines is an established, successful regional trucking company covering Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona & California. As a premier carrier offering superior service, we are always interested in exceptional people with excellent skills who strive to always achieve their best. We are searching for energetic and upbeat individuals to join our team of Delivery Drivers. This position involves safely driving tractor-trailer combination vehicles between Oak Harbor terminals and customer locations. It includes loading and unloading freight, generating sales leads, and providing quality customer service.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
A valid Class C License is required, Class A CDL is preferred.
Ability to obtain Hazmat, Tank and Double/Triples endorsements as required.
Minimum of 1-year, verifiable commercial driving experience with similar equipment is preferred.
Valid DOT Medical Certification Required
Have no record of DUI, Reckless Driving, positive Drug and/or Alcohol screen during the past 3 years.
Ability to use forklift and various equipment needed to load/unload freight.
Must be familiar with various technologies to perform basic functions of the job.
The ability to communication in a positive, effective manner with customers, co-workers, and dispatch/managers.
Have a general familiarity with the delivery area and can utilize maps is required.
Having a working knowledge of FMCSA Safety regulations and HOS requirements is required.
Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing and verbal) is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience driving doubles and/or triples is preferred.
Experience in an LTL operation preferred.
Ability to chain as needed and work in inclement weather preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for operating equipment and moving freight in a safe and efficient manner using forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, etc.
Responsible for noting and recording exception in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.
Responsible for multiple deliveries to customers while providing high levels of customer service within the Oak Harbor network.
Maintain required information throughout the use of electronic devices.
Management of paperwork: i.e., check of accuracy and completion of delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, counting freight, accuracy of hazardous material shipments, special loading, and handling instructions.
Responsible decision-making skills to maximize efficiency while maintaining customer expectations.
Ability to meet the Company's reliability standard for employees; to include dependability.
Ability to chain as needed and work in inclement weather preferred.
Availability to work various shifts as needed to accommodate business levels.
Ability to travel to nearby terminals.
Other duties as assigned.