Truck Driver Student

XPO•Ellenwood, GA

About The Position

The Truck Driver Student attends training sessions to obtain a CDL-A and gains on-the-job experience as an LTL Driver. Under supervision, the student performs required vehicle inspections, maintains records in accordance with FMCSR, DOT and company policies, loads and unloads freight using a forklift as needed, completes required documentation and reports, follows company safety policies, and maintains contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. The role includes operating a tractor-trailer combination under supervision for up to 11 consecutive hours while transporting hazardous or non-hazardous materials in all types of weather. This position is Motor Carrier Act Exempt.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Have 1 year of related experience.
Hold a valid state-issued driver's license for a minimum of 12 months.
Attain a CDL-A permit by the first day of class and obtain double/triple trailers, tanker and HAZMAT endorsements within 90 days of employment.
Initiate the TSA fingerprint-based background check by completing fingerprinting no later than the second week of class.
Have a safe driving record and history.
Pass a DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals in the last 3 years.
Pass a company-paid DOT physical and pre-hire test covering physical essential functions, and perform essential functions with or without accommodation.
Be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights of 50 lbs. frequently and occasionally more than 75 lbs.
Safely operate heavy equipment and move and position a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.
Walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces; work in adverse weather; climb in and out of a tractor cab and trailer; and sit for extended periods in a truck tractor and/or forklift.
Reach, including above the head, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience.
Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

Attend training sessions to obtain a CDL-A.
Gain on-the-job experience as an LTL Driver.
Under supervision, perform vehicle inspections required under section 396.13 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
Maintain records in accordance with FMCSR, DOT and company policies.
Load and unload freight using a forklift as needed.
Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
Adhere to company safety policies.
Maintain contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Safely operate a tractor-trailer combination under supervision for up to 11 consecutive hours, transporting hazardous or non-hazardous materials in all types of weather.