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

Penske • Atlanta, GA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing is hiring 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; drivers with a Class A CDL may also move tractors and trailers. The position may assist the service department by delivering parts and equipment.

This is a casual, on-call, part-time position intended for licensed CDL Class B or Class A drivers seeking supplemental income. Work is scheduled Monday through Wednesday and averages approximately 20 hours per week, with hours based on business needs and a stated range of 0 to 25 hours per week. The position works at the Fulton Industrial Blvd location.

The job is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety-sensitive. Drivers must maintain a driver qualification file and work in a constant state of alertness while accepting responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• At least 2 years of a clean DMV motor vehicle record.
• Valid Class B CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States and licensed in their state of residence.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
• English language proficiency, as required for compliance with federal law.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, successful DOT physical, and safety performance history records request 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 at the specified location, complete the employment application, and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, and to accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to move frequently, stand, walk, 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 legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A license.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to Penske locations 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.
• Assist the service department with delivering parts and equipment as needed.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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