Over the Road Driver (Linehaul - Fully Endorsed)

Estes Express Lines•Neenah, WI

12d

About The Position

Estes Regional OTR Drivers transport freight between service centers within the Estes network. The role involves safely operating tractor-trailers in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including FMCSA requirements. Drivers may operate different equipment and schedules, work on the dock based on business needs, and use in-cab technology such as electronic logs. Most drivers enjoy scheduled runs and frequent home time. The position requires professional customer service, regular attendance, and the ability to perform other duties as assigned.

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 periods that comply with FMCSA requirements.
Ability to provide an acceptable motor vehicle record, pass a road test, and pass an FMCSA-required medical exam.
Familiarity with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Ability to meet FMCSA requirements for speaking and reading English.
Ability to lift approximately 70 pounds or more as 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 all routes and terrain, including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels, and to operate in varied weather conditions.
Ability to operate equipment safety and operational functions, 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; read, interpret, and comply with written safety, operating, procedural, and maintenance documents; and meet deadlines.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing and a criminal history background check, and be authorized to work in the United States.
Physical capability to frequently lift and/or move at least 70 pounds and perform duties involving standing, walking, sitting, handling, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Stable employment history.

Responsibilities

Operate tractor-trailers safely to transport freight between service centers, following company rules and applicable laws and FMCSA regulations.
Operate required equipment and perform safety functions, including driving manual-transmission vehicles and chaining tires.
Adhere to FMCSA requirements for 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 and maintain the security of equipment and cargo.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and check gauges, visual indicators, trailer seals or locks, and vehicle condition during trips.
Promptly report maintenance problems to Fleet Services 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 required by business needs.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.