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

Estes Express Lines•Asheville, NC

9d•$33 - $36

About The Position

The Local P&D Driver operates tractor-trailers and other equipment to transport freight safely and in compliance with Company policies, applicable laws, and FMCSA regulations. The driver must be qualified to operate equipment with manual transmissions and perform safety functions such as chaining tires, and must be able to drive varied routes, terrain, and environmental conditions. Duties include maintaining required records, complying with hazardous-material transportation requirements, securing equipment and cargo, inspecting vehicles before, during, and after trips, checking gauges and trailer seals, and reporting maintenance issues or paperwork discrepancies. The role may involve electronic logs and other in-cab technology, different schedules, dock work, and occasional over-the-road driving as approved by Safety and dictated by business needs. The driver may also load and unload freight at docks or customer sites, provide professional and courteous service, and perform other duties as assigned. Regular attendance is required. Candidates must meet FMCSA and company requirements, including holding a valid Class A CDL with required endorsements, passing required exams and tests, and meeting the physical, driving, and communication capabilities described in the posting.

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 a period conforming to FMCSA requirements.
Ability to operate a forklift with a minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle capacity.
Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
Ability to drop, hook, and couple trailers, including cranking landing gear, pulling a fifth-wheel pin requiring approximately 65 lbs. 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 lbs. or more when required by essential job functions.
Ability to drive routes and operate in varied terrain and environmental conditions, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, and hot weather.
Ability to operate 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, operating 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 be subject to random drug and/or alcohol tests and a criminal history background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate tractor-trailers and other equipment to transport freight in compliance with company policies, laws, run times, and FMCSA regulations.
Adhere to FMCSA requirements for 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.
Ensure the security of equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor and trailer, and inspect the vehicle during trips.
Check gauges and visual indicators, verify trailer seals or locks, and identify potential vehicle problems.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
Verify unit numbers against paperwork and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, when required.
Drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
Run over-the-road on occasion when approved by Safety and required by business needs.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Assist with dock and customer-site freight loading and unloading as needed.
Perform other assigned duties and maintain regular attendance.