Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske • Jackson, MS

19d

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers for regional assignments at various locations. Drivers travel as needed, including out of state, and work from each assigned location for the duration of the assignment. The role averages $110,000 annually and approximately 70 hours per week, with Monday-through-Friday scheduling and a 7:00 PM dispatch. A hazmat endorsement is required within 90 days of hire.

Drivers make multi-stop deliveries of auto parts and supplies to retail stores, unload trailers using pallet jacks and hand trucks, and scan products as they are unloaded and delivered. They operate late-model, Penske-maintained trucks equipped with inward- and outward-facing cab cameras. The job is safety-sensitive and requires safe, attentive driving and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Penske describes its drivers as representing both the company and its clients while providing customer service and building account relationships. The company offers training opportunities and potential career mobility across its nationwide locations.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence.
• Currently hold, or be able to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
• At least 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years.
• Three-year DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
• Obtain a hazmat endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• English language proficiency as required by federal law.
• Ability to work the required schedule and at the required location, complete a Penske employment application, and pass a background investigation and drug screening.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to work safely and remain alert in a safety-sensitive, Department of Transportation-regulated role.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Responsibilities

• Travel regionally to various locations as needed, including out-of-state assignments.
• Work from assigned locations for the duration of each work assignment.
• Perform multi-stop deliveries of auto parts and supplies to retail stores.
• Unload trailers using pallet jacks and hand trucks.
• Use a scanner to scan products as they are unloaded and delivered.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Work the required schedule and attend work regularly and predictably.
• Safely operate the assigned truck and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Provide customer service and represent Penske and its clients.

Benefits

• Quarterly safety bonus up to $1,000 annually.
• Driver referral bonus program up to $5,000 per referral.
• Paid vacation and holidays beginning on day one.
• Retirement benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear.
• Employee discount benefit program.
• Safety incentive program.
• Premier Driver Recognition Program.
• Training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed