Local P&D Driver (Class B)

Estes Express Lines•Montville Township, NJ

7d•$34 - $36

About The Position

The Local P&D Driver operates a Class B CDL straight truck to transport freight safely in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FMCSA regulations. The driver must be qualified to operate required equipment and drive across different routes, terrain, and environmental conditions. Duties include maintaining regulatory records, securing equipment and cargo, conducting vehicle inspections, checking for mechanical issues, and reporting maintenance concerns or paperwork discrepancies. The role may involve using in-cab technology, working different schedules, working the dock, and loading or unloading freight at docks or customer sites based on business needs. The driver is expected to provide courteous, professional service, maintain regular attendance, and perform other assigned duties as operational and safety needs require. A hazmat endorsement is recommended but not required. The position requires frequent physical activity, including lifting and moving freight, and takes place in environments that may involve moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, elevated or precarious locations, and varying weather and noise conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 21 years of age for interstate driving; one year of driving experience is required in that circumstance.
Valid Class B or 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.
Air brake endorsement if the vehicle is equipped with air brakes.
Ability to operate a forklift with a minimum 7,500 lb. capacity.
Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
Ability to lift approximately 70 lbs. or more when required by essential job functions.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements to speak and read English.
Familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Ability to provide an acceptable motor vehicle record, pass an FMCSA-required medical exam, and pass a road test.
Ability to drive on varied routes and terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate required safety and operational equipment, including chaining tires and driving manual-transmission vehicles.
Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct; 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, and to read, interpret, and comply with written materials such as safety rules, manuals, and maintenance instructions.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening and be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing and a criminal history background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, twisting, turning, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, and climbing or balancing.
Must have the vision abilities required for the job, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat endorsement is recommended but not required.
Stable employment history preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a Class B CDL straight truck to transport freight in compliance with company policies, applicable laws, and FMCSA regulations.
Operate equipment and perform safety functions, including driving manual-transmission vehicles and chaining tires as needed.
Maintain records required by local, state, and federal regulations and comply with FMCSA requirements for commercial drivers.
Secure equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and inspect the vehicle during trips; check gauges, visual indicators, and trailer seals or locks for issues.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services or a supervisor.
Verify unit numbers against assigned paperwork and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, when required.
Work different schedules, perform dock work, and load or unload freight at docks or customer sites as business needs require.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.