Truck Driver Hiker Vehicle Transporter CDL Part Time

Penske•Portland, ME

28d•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing is hiring a Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) to deliver vehicles to and return them from Penske locations and customer sites. The role primarily involves moving box trucks up to 26 feet; CDL Class A drivers may also move tractors and trailers. The position may help the service department deliver parts and equipment. This casual, on-call, part-time role is based at the Penske facility at 43 Hemco Road in South Portland, Maine, and offers 0 to 25 hours per week depending on business needs. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation and is designated as safety-sensitive. Drivers must maintain alertness and operate vehicles safely, accepting responsibility for their own safety and that of others. The job requires maintaining a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers within the last three years. CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review. The role requires frequent movement, standing, walking, and sitting; use of the hands and arms; lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; and safely entering and exiting vehicles and rear cargo areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of driving experience.
At least 2 years of a clean DMV motor vehicle record.
CDL Class A license.
Ability to read and follow written instructions.
Ability to work independently, customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
English language proficiency, as required by federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)).
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Ability to meet DOT driver qualification file requirements, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in the last 3 years.
CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of start 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 legally operate a motor vehicle and work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
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, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to safely and frequently enter and exit vehicles and their rear cargo areas.

Responsibilities

Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to Penske locations or customer locations.
Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, and report 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 vehicle damage.
Assist the service department with delivery of parts and equipment when needed.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.