Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Newnan, GA

25d

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers for local shuttle work between Newnan and Palmetto. Drivers shuttle trailers, averaging 80 shuttles per week, and return home daily. The position is no-touch freight, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule and a 5 a.m. start time. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role involves representing Penske and its clients, providing courteous customer service, and transporting freight safely and on time. Penske offers training opportunities and describes its driving roles as supported by a nationwide company with professional management, clear communication, and a strong safety record. Pay is issued weekly. The stated average annual earnings for this position are $67,000.

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 last 5 years.
A 3-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency as required for compliance with federal law.
Complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role.
Ability to see and hear, with close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, and 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

Shuttle trailers locally between Newnan and Palmetto, averaging 80 shuttles per week.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Work the required schedule and at the specified location, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and operate safely.
Accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.