Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed) $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Estes Express Lines•Three Forks, MT

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 driver must be qualified to operate equipment with manual transmissions, chain tires, and drive across varied routes, terrain, and weather conditions. The role includes complying with hazardous-material transportation rules, maintaining required records, securing cargo and equipment, and completing vehicle inspections before, during, and after trips. Drivers report maintenance issues and paperwork discrepancies, and may use in-cab technology such as electronic logs. Depending on business needs, the driver may work different schedules, perform dock work, load and unload freight at docks or customer sites, and occasionally drive over the road when approved by Safety. The driver provides professional, courteous customer service and assists with other assigned duties. Regular attendance is required. The role requires frequent physical activity, including lifting and moving loads of at least 70 pounds, and involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, elevated or precarious work areas, and varied weather and noise conditions.

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; LCV requirement may apply.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer for periods that comply with FMCSA requirements.
Ability to operate a forklift rated for a minimum 7,500-pound vehicle.
Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 pounds.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more when required by essential job functions.
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.
Acceptable motor vehicle record; ability to pass an FMCSA medical exam and 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 drive in varied terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, deserts, bridges, and tunnels, and in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate safety and operational equipment functions, including tire chains and 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 in a team setting.
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, procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with strong comprehension and concentration and the ability to meet deadlines.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, submit to random drug and/or alcohol testing, and undergo a criminal-history background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a tractor-trailer and other equipment to transport freight in compliance with company policies, applicable laws, and FMCSA regulations.
Operate equipment functions as needed, including manual transmissions and tire chains, and drive across varied routes, terrain, and environmental conditions.
Comply with FMCSA requirements for commercial drivers and requirements for the safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
Maintain records required by local, state, and federal regulations.
Secure equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and inspect the vehicle during trips; check gauges, indicators, seals, and locks for issues.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services or supervision.
Verify unit numbers against paperwork and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, when required.
Work different schedules, work the dock, or drive over the road when required by business needs and, for over-the-road work, approved by Safety.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Assist with dock or customer-site loading and unloading of freight and other duties assigned based on business requirements.
Maintain regular attendance.