Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Carol Stream, IL

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About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers for a home-daily position delivering medical supplies to clinics and hospitals in the area. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role requires professional, courteous customer interactions and safe, responsible operation of the vehicle. The schedule is five days per week, Sunday through Thursday, with an 11 p.m. dispatch time. Overtime is paid after 40 hours, and an 8–10% shift differential is available for second- and third-shift work. Drivers represent Penske and its clients while delivering freight safely and on time. The position is safety-sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. Associates must maintain alertness, follow applicable laws and regulations, and take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential. Penske describes opportunities for training and career movement within its nationwide locations. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, and pays every Friday.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States and licensed in their state of residence.
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.
Three years of DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency, as required under 49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2).
Complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
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; 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 safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Responsibilities

Deliver medical supplies to clinics and hospitals in the area.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
Operate the vehicle safely and follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, rules, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain alertness and take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Work the required schedule at the specified location and maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Safely enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.