Non CDL Driver Apprentice- 5 PM Start

Pitt Ohio•Cinnaminson, NJ

48d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

PITT OHIO is a family-owned transportation company committed to safety, service, and respect for its employees. We are seeking individuals for the Non CDL Driver Apprentice position at our Cinnaminson, NJ location. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training, starting with dock work and progressing to driving non-commercial vehicles, with opportunities to advance to driving commercial vehicles and obtaining a CDL license. As employees progress, their compensation and career potential will increase.

Requirements

Must be willing to advance to a driver position upon completion of the apprentice program.
No record of a driving license suspension or revocation for more than 30 days, covering the 36-month period prior to the order date of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
No record of citation or conviction for any serious traffic violation during the 60-month period prior to the order date of a Motor Vehicle Record.
No past pattern or record of citations or convictions for more than three motor vehicle violations during the 36-month period prior to the order date of the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
No past pattern or record of involvement in more than one at-fault traffic accident and no more than two motor vehicle violations during the 36-month period prior to the order date of the MVR.
A minimum of 17 years of age required.
Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen with a negative result.
Must consent to a check on work history.
Must consent to the use of driver-facing event recorders in our fleet.
Ability to read and write the English language to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, perform simple mathematical calculations, handle receipts, read shipping labels, and follow loading instructions.

Nice To Haves

Recent high school graduates preferred.

Responsibilities

Load and unload freight according to DOT requirements on and off of trucks by hand or by use of hand truck, pallet jacks or fork truck.
Sort and secure items in position on trucks according to DOT requirements or on the dock to prevent damage.
Heavy lifting of various types of materials including cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, and drums.
Perform standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending, reaching, and lifting both above and below waist level.
Operate various non-commercial vehicles safely.
Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions before, during, and after trips, and submit a written report on the vehicle's condition at the end of each trip, as required by law and company policy.
Check shipping papers to determine the nature of the load, check for hazardous materials, and ensure freight is secured.
Verify agreement between information on shipping papers and markings/labeling on freight.
Apply knowledge of safe driving skills in maneuvering vehicles in difficult situations such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, and tight loading dock areas.
Ensure all required shipping documents accompany the shipment with delivered and are available for inspection.
Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including driver’s logs, fuel purchase records, mileage records, and other legally required records.
Pick up and deliver freight, obtain signed receipts, and sign for freight.
Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations for the safe operation of a non-commercial motor vehicle.
Report all accidents involving the driver and/or company equipment immediately.
Report highway safety hazards to dispatch.
Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns, weather, traffic conditions, or other emergencies, or in the event of irregularities relating to cargo pickup or delivery.
Work in a safe manner to reduce personal risks and risks to fellow employees.
Work in a positive, supportive, and cooperative manner at all times.
Perform other duties as directed by supervision.