Truck Driver - Hiker/Vehicle Transporter/CDL - Part Time

Penske • Portland, OR

4d • $22 - $23

About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing seeks a Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) to deliver vehicles to and return them from Penske locations and customer locations. The role primarily moves box trucks up to 26 feet; for CDL Class A drivers, it may also include moving tractors and trailers. The position may also assist the service department with delivery of parts and equipment.

This is a casual, on-call, part-time driving job intended for licensed CDL Class B or Class A drivers seeking supplemental income. Work may range from 0 to 25 hours per week based on business needs. The stated schedule is 2–3 days per week, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive by the company. Associates must remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. The position requires maintaining a driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders also undergo a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• At least 2 years with a clean DMV motor vehicle record.
• Valid Class B CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, with customer service and organizational skills and a positive attitude.
• English language proficiency, as required by federal law.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain the required driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last 3 years.
• CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and location, complete the employment application, undergo a background investigation, and submit to drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Ability to meet the stated physical and vision requirements, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A license preferred.

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 damage to vehicles.
• Deliver vehicles to and return vehicles from Penske locations and customers.
• For CDL Class A drivers, move tractors and trailers as applicable.
• Assist the service department with delivery of parts and equipment as needed.
• Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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