Over the Road Driver (Linehaul - Fully Endorsed)

Estes Express Lines•Altoona, PA

About The Position

Estes Regional OTR Drivers transport freight between Service Centers within the Estes network. Drivers operate tractors and trailers safely and in compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including FMCSA requirements. The role may involve a range of equipment, routes, terrain, and environmental conditions, and may require working the dock or different schedules based on business needs. Drivers provide professional, courteous service to customers and the public and must maintain regular attendance. Estes describes its driver equipment as focused on comfort and ELD compliance, and notes that drivers generally have scheduled runs and frequent home time. The position requires inspections and routine checks of tractors and trailers, secure handling of equipment and cargo, accurate records, reporting maintenance issues and paperwork discrepancies, and compliance with hazardous-material transportation requirements. Drivers may use in-cab technology such as electronic logs. The job also includes physical tasks such as lifting, coupling and dropping trailers, and operating equipment features including manual transmissions and tire chains. The role requires a valid Class A CDL, required endorsements, FMCSA registration and qualification, and successful completion of the stated screening, medical exam, and road test requirements. The work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, high or precarious places, and varied weather and noise levels.

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.
HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements; an LCV requirement may apply.
Ability to drive a tractor-trailer for a period of time that conforms to FMCSA requirements.
Ability to provide an acceptable motor vehicle record and familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Ability to pass an FMCSA-required medical exam and a road test.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements to speak and read English.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more if required by the job’s essential 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.
Ability to drive all routes and terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and to drive in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate safety and operational functions of equipment, including tire chains and manual and/or automatic transmissions.
Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct; 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 a high level of comprehension and concentration and the ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug and/or alcohol tests and undergo a criminal history background check.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport freight in compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and FMCSA regulations.
Operate required equipment and perform safety functions, including driving manual-transmission vehicles and chaining tires.
Comply with FMCSA requirements applicable to Commercial Driver’s License holders and maintain records required by local, state, and federal regulations.
Comply with requirements for 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 check vehicle gauges, indicators, seals, and locks before and during trips.
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 when business needs require.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other assigned duties as operational, safety, or other needs require.