OTR Driver Class A CDL

Batesville Casket Company • Manchester, NH

22h

About The Position

Safely drive and operate tractor-trailer combinations within the 48 states and Canada. The role involves making on-time deliveries, maintaining hours-of-service status and shipping documentation, navigating routes, and helping load and unload caskets. Drivers must use electronic logging devices and related technology or become proficient in their use, and may be required to participate in additional safety training or orientation. Vehicles may be equipped with rear- and forward-facing cameras. Some routes may involve cross-border deliveries. Travel is limited to the normal driving responsibilities of the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of commercial over-the-road driving experience.
• Valid Class A CDL with Doubles and HAZMAT endorsements.
• Successfully pass a vehicle road test.
• Fully understand DOT rules and regulations.
• Excellent safety record.
• Clean MVR, CSA score, or driver abstract, with no major violations or accidents within the past three years.
• Ability to enter Canada and return without restrictions due to criminal history or personal status, with a valid passport or passport card.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculations using American money and weight, volume, and distance measurements.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to simple one- or two-step instructions and deal with standardized situations with few or no variables.
• Ability to use desktop computers to review and be tested on safety videos.
• Ability to meet applicable DOT and/or Transport Canada requirements, including vision requirements and random drug and alcohol screenings where applicable.
• Minimum age of 21 years old.
• Ability to perform the physical functions described, including handling trailer equipment and loading or unloading caskets; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using electric on-board recorders (EOBR) and/or paper log systems to maintain hours-of-service status.
• Additional CDL endorsements, such as Doubles, may be preferred for specific roles.
• Experience and knowledge of international border-crossing procedures and documentation may be preferred for specific roles.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate tractor-trailer combinations within the 48 states and Canada.
• Make on-time deliveries.
• Maintain hours-of-service status and shipping documentation.
• Read and understand maps to navigate around the country.
• Help load and unload caskets.
• Use electronic logging devices and related technology to record hours of service, complete data entry, and troubleshoot related issues while following requirements.
• Participate in additional safe-driver training or orientation if required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription coverage, with immediate eligibility.
• Short-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) matching program.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED