P&D Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines•Monroe, LA

About The Position

As a P&D Driver, you pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally. You will be the face of Southeastern Freight Lines, serving our customers on a regular basis. As a tractor-trailer operator, you will drive in various conditions and handle vehicle operations such as coupling and uncoupling, connecting lines, and adjusting equipment. Your responsibilities include conducting vehicle inspections, managing the loading and unloading of cargo, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of transport documents, especially when handling hazardous materials. Skilled maneuvering in challenging environments like heavy traffic and tight spaces is essential. You will report any incidents or delays and adhere to all safety regulations and company policies. You must always focus on excellent customer service and professionalism. Working with Southeastern Freight Lines is more than just a job — it becomes a part of who you are. Family founded in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, Southeastern Freight Lines is a privately held, industry leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. Our expertise of combining quality service and award-winning logistics has led to the growth of Southeastern generating over 1.7 billion in annual revenue, with over 10 million shipments per year. This would not be possible without our esteemed team of over 8,800 professionals — the true backbone of our company. At Southeastern, we are doing much more than providing shipping services. We are pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, cherishing wisdom from the generation that brought us success, giving back to our communities, and living our culture. We prioritize serving others first, valuing each other completely, and always doing the right thing. Southeastern Freight Lines provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months driving experience, though 1 year is preferred
Hold a High School Diploma or GED
Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsements for HAZMAT, Tanker, and Twin Trailers is essential, with no automatic restrictions
At least 21 years old
Ability to read, comprehend, and write in English
Perform simple mathematical calculations
Handle receipts
Read maps and road signs
Maintain driving logs
Detailed knowledge of and comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, regulations, and guidelines, including those governing safe driving, hours of service, vehicle inspections, and the transportation of hazardous materials
Meet DOT physical qualifications
Pass alcohol and drug tests

Responsibilities

Pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally
Serve customers on a regular basis
Drive in various conditions
Handle vehicle operations such as coupling and uncoupling, connecting lines, and adjusting equipment
Conduct vehicle inspections
Manage the loading and unloading of cargo
Ensure the accuracy and compliance of transport documents, especially when handling hazardous materials
Maneuver in challenging environments like heavy traffic and tight spaces
Report any incidents or delays
Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies
Focus on excellent customer service and professionalism