Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Lumberton, NJ

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a full-time Class A CDL truck driver for a dedicated shuttle route between Lumberton, New Jersey, and Woonsocket, Rhode Island. The position averages $96,150 annually and offers a daily home schedule. Drivers haul drop-and-hook freight, with no touch freight required, using late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with comfort-focused specifications and inward- and outward-facing cameras. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with an 11:00 PM dispatch. The role requires safe, attentive vehicle operation, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, regular attendance, and professional representation of Penske and its clients. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive. Drivers must be able to perform the listed physical tasks, including entering and exiting the vehicle and cargo area and lifting loads as specified.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. 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-year DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency, as required for compliance with federal law.
Ability to complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work the required schedule at the specified location.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely perform the physical requirements of the role.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lb (23 kg) and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lb (45 kg).

Responsibilities

Drive a dedicated shuttle route between Lumberton, NJ, and Woonsocket, RI.
Transport drop-and-hook freight; no touch freight is required.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain a constant state of alertness and operate safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Meet the required work schedule and location requirements and maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Safely operate the truck and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
Represent Penske and its clients professionally.