Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske • Albany, NY

45d

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time local Class A CDL truck drivers to deliver steel to customer locations using a flatbed trailer. Drivers must tarp, strap, and secure loads using proper flatbed securement techniques to meet DOT safety requirements and protect freight. The role averages 30 to 40 stops per week and requires professional, courteous interaction with customers. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 5:00 AM start time and no weekend shifts. The position pays $33.45 per hour, with overtime after 40 hours, and includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Drivers are expected to comply with applicable laws and regulations, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and work safely while representing Penske and its clients. The role is DOT-regulated or designated safety-sensitive and requires English language proficiency.

Penske describes itself as a nationwide transportation, warehousing, and supply-chain management company. It offers training opportunities and potential opportunities to move to other cities.

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.
• Three years of DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
• English language proficiency as required by federal law.
• Ability to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete a Penske employment application; and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others' safety.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, and sit; frequently 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

• Deliver steel to customer locations using a flatbed trailer.
• Tarp, strap, and secure loads using proper flatbed securement techniques to meet DOT safety requirements and protect freight.
• Complete an average of 30 to 40 stops per week.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and perform work safely.
• Represent Penske and its clients while providing customer service.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Overtime pay after 40 hours.
• Driver referral bonus program up to $5,000 per referral.
• Paid vacation and holidays starting day one.
• Retirement benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Employee discount benefit program.
• Safety incentive program.
• Premier Driver Recognition Program.
• Training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed