OTR Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Delaware, OH

52d

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers to make multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies to automotive dealerships. Drivers unload trailers using electric and manual pallet jacks and make approximately nine stops per week. The role involves out-and-back runs with one to three layovers per week and AM and PM dispatches over a five-day work week. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with comfort and safety features, including inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. Drivers represent Penske and its clients while providing customer service and building relationships with accounts. The position requires a Hazmat endorsement, which may be obtained within 30 days. Penske describes the position as safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. Drivers must follow applicable laws and regulations, maintain a constant state of alertness, and take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Full, predictable attendance and the ability to work the required schedule and location are essential.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence.
Current non-excepted interstate DOT medical card, or ability to obtain one.
Hazmat endorsement required; the posting allows up to 30 days to obtain it.
One year of documented tractor-trailer experience within the last three years, or two years of documented tractor-trailer experience within the last five years.
Three years of DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency, as required for compliance with federal law.
Ability to meet the required schedule and work at the specified location; regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.
Completion of a Penske employment application and successful background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
Ability to see and hear, with close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, handling, and reaching; regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Responsibilities

Perform multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies to automotive dealerships.
Unload trailers using electric and manual pallet jacks.
Make approximately nine stops per week.
Drive out-and-back runs, with one to three layovers per week.
Provide customer service and build relationships with accounts while representing Penske and its clients.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Work safely and remain alert while performing safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated duties.