Truck Driver - Class A Yard - Penske Logistics

Penske • Bolingbrook, IL

3h

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a full-time Class A Yard Driver. The role pays $28 per hour, with overtime after 40 hours. The schedule is Monday through Friday with a 2:30 PM start time, and drivers are home daily. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras.

The driver moves trailers to and from docks as directed by management, couples and uncouples trailers, and chocks trailers when they are positioned for loading or unloading and when pulled from doors. The role also includes occasional delivery of parts and supplies to customers. Drivers represent Penske and its clients, follow applicable laws and safety requirements, and maintain regular, predictable attendance.

The position requires a valid Class A CDL, a qualifying tractor-trailer driving history, and a compliant DOT medical card. It is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive. Physical duties include frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, handling and reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, and safely entering and exiting the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States 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 past 5 years.
• Three-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
• English language proficiency, as required for compliance with 49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2).
• Complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely perform a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, sit, handle and feel objects, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift 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

• Move trailers in and out of docks as directed by management.
• Couple and uncouple trailers.
• Chock trailers when they are positioned for loading or unloading and when pulling them from doors.
• Occasionally deliver parts and supplies to customers.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and work the required schedule at the specified location.
• Work safely and remain alert, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

Benefits

• 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.
• Driver referral bonus program of up to $5,000 per referral.
• 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