Truck Driver Hiker Vehicle Transporter CDL Part Time

Penske • Reading, PA

42d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing seeks a Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) to deliver vehicles to and return them from Penske locations and customer locations. The role primarily moves box trucks up to 26 feet; drivers with a CDL Class A may also move tractors and trailers. The position may also assist the service department by delivering parts and equipment.

This is a casual, on-call part-time position offering supplemental income, with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week based on business needs. The position is located at Penske’s facility at 255 Riverfront Drive in Reading, Pennsylvania. The listed schedule is Monday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• At least 2 years with a clean DMV motor vehicle record.
• A valid Class B CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States and licensed in their state of residence.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, with customer service and organizational skills and a positive attitude.
• English language proficiency, as required by federal law.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers for the last 3 years.
• CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, and to accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit; frequently use hands to touch, handle, and feel; 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 its rear cargo area.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A license.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to Penske or customer locations.
• Inspect vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, and report any issues to the location manager.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to vehicles.
• Deliver parts and equipment for the service department when needed.
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned by a supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed