Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske • United States,

34d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time local Class A CDL Truck Drivers in Lacey, Washington. Drivers deliver palletized grocery freight throughout Washington and Oregon using light-touch handling: freight is moved to the end of the trailer with an electric pallet jack, with no hand unloading. Drivers are home daily.

The schedule is five days per week, including weekends, with two consecutive days off each week. Dispatch occurs within an 11:00 PM–3:00 AM window. The average workweek is 55 hours, and voluntary overtime is available. The role pays $33.75 per hour, with overtime after 40 hours. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates are offered.

Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks with comfort-focused specifications and inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role requires safe operation, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, consistent attendance, and English language proficiency. Candidates must meet the listed CDL, medical-card, driving-experience, and motor vehicle record qualifications. Physical requirements include frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, vehicle entry and exit, and lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

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 by 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 and maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit; use hands to touch, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Deliver palletized grocery freight throughout Washington and Oregon.
• Move freight to the end of the trailer using an electric pallet jack; hand unloading is not required.
• Operate a commercial vehicle safely and comply with federal and state laws, regulations, and applicable agency rules.
• Maintain a constant state of alertness and take responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Work the required schedule at the specified location and maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Driver referral bonus program up to $5,000 per referral.
• Paid vacation and holidays from day one.
• Retirement benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear.
• Employee discount benefit program.
• Safety incentive program.
• Premier Driver Recognition Program.

What This Job Offers

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