Over the Road Driver (Linehaul - Fully Endorsed)

Estes Express Lines•Lakewood, NJ

About The Position

Estes Regional OTR Drivers transport freight between Service Centers within the Estes network. Drivers operate tractor-trailers safely and in compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FMCSA requirements. The role may involve scheduled runs and frequent home time, operating different equipment and schedules, and working the dock when business needs require it. Drivers provide professional, courteous service to customers and the public and must maintain regular attendance. The company notes that this is not an all-inclusive list of duties and that additional duties may be assigned as operational, safety, or other needs require. Drivers must be qualified to operate all types of equipment and perform safety functions such as driving manual-transmission vehicles and chaining tires. The job requires driving a variety of routes, terrain, and environmental conditions. Estes describes its driver-focused in-cab ergonomics and technology as aligned with ELD requirements and offers competitive pay, company-provided uniforms, paid lodging, cell phone reimbursements, and bonus eligibility.

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 1 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 periods that comply with FMCSA requirements.
Ability to provide an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
Familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Ability to pass an FMCSA-required medical examination and a road test.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements for speaking and reading English.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more when required by essential job 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 varied routes and terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and to work in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate equipment safely, including chaining tires and driving manual and/or automatic 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, operations 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.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting and/or moving of at least 70 pounds, standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, twisting, turning, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, sitting, climbing or balancing, and talking or hearing.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a tractor-trailer to transport freight in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FMCSA regulations and run-time requirements.
Meet all FMCSA requirements applicable to holders of a Commercial Driver’s License.
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.
Check gauges and visual indicators, verify trailer seals or locks, inspect the vehicle before and during trips, and identify potential 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, as required.
Drive different schedules and work the dock when business needs require it.
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.