Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)

Estes Express Lines•Coon Rapids, MN

44d•$38 - $41

About The Position

The Local P&D Driver operates tractor-trailers and other equipment to transport freight safely and in compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FMCSA regulations. The role requires skill in operating manual-transmission vehicles, chaining tires, and driving across varied routes, terrain, and weather conditions. Drivers maintain required records, secure equipment and cargo, inspect vehicles before, during, and after trips, report maintenance concerns or paperwork discrepancies, and may use electronic logs and other in-cab technology. Drivers provide professional and courteous service to customers and the public, and assist with dock or customer-site freight loading and unloading as business needs require. Schedules may vary, dock work may be assigned, and occasional over-the-road driving may be required with Safety approval. Regular attendance is required. Other duties may be assigned to meet operational and safety needs. The position involves physical activity and exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, elevated or precarious areas, and varied weather. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 21 years of age, as required by FMCSA regulations.
At least one year of driving experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Registration with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Residence within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment.
Required HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements; an LCV requirement may apply.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer for periods that comply with FMCSA requirements.
Ability to operate a forklift with a minimum 7,500-pound vehicle capacity.
Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 pounds.
Ability to drop, hook, and couple trailers, including cranking landing gear, pulling a fifth-wheel pin requiring approximately 65 pounds of pressure, and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
Ability to provide an acceptable motor vehicle record, pass an FMCSA-required medical exam, and pass a road test.
Familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements for speaking and reading English.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more when required by essential job functions.
Ability to drive routes across varied terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and in varied weather conditions.
Ability to perform equipment safety and operational functions, including chaining tires and driving manual-transmission vehicles.
Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
Ability to interact well with others and work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Ability to read, interpret, and comply with written materials such as safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with strong comprehension and concentration and the ability to meet deadlines.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and may be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing and a criminal history background check.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport freight in compliance with company policies, applicable laws, run times, and FMCSA regulations.
Operate required equipment and perform safety functions, including driving manual-transmission vehicles and chaining tires.
Adhere to FMCSA requirements applicable to Commercial Driver’s License holders and maintain records required by local, state, and federal regulations.
Comply with requirements for the safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
Maintain the security of equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, check gauges and visual indicators, verify trailer seals or locks, and inspect the vehicle during trips for potential problems.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
Verify unit numbers against provided paperwork and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, when required.
Work different schedules and on the dock as business needs require; occasionally drive over the road with Safety approval.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Assist with loading and unloading freight at the dock or customer sites as business requirements dictate.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other assigned duties as operational and safety needs require.