Truck Driver - Hiker/Vehicle Transporter - Part Time

Penske • La Mirada, CA

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About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing is hiring a Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) to deliver vehicles to Penske locations and customers and return vehicles to Penske 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 assist the service department by delivering parts and equipment. It is a casual, on-call part-time role intended for supplemental income, with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week based on business needs. The schedule is flexible, with evenings and weekends as necessary. Pay is $20.10 for Class C drivers.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive. A current driver qualification file must be maintained, including annual motor vehicle record checks, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the previous three years. CDL holders must also complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

The role requires the ability to see and hear, safely operate and enter or exit vehicles and their rear cargo areas, and frequently move, stand, walk, sit, use hands, and reach. Drivers must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• At least 2 years with a clean DMV motor vehicle record.
• A valid driver's license; 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, customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
• English language proficiency.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, and to accept responsibility for one's own safety and the safety of others.
• Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule at the specified location.
• Completion of the Penske employment application and submission to a background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to meet the role's physical requirements, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and safely operating and entering and exiting vehicles and rear cargo areas.
• Maintenance of a current driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers in the last 3 years.
• CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of start and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A or Class B license.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to Penske 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.
• Deliver vehicles to Penske locations and customers and return vehicles to Penske locations.
• Assist the service department with deliveries of parts and equipment when needed.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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