Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Lumber Bridge, NC

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers for a home-daily position hauling live chickens from farms to a processing plant. The work involves no-touch drop-and-hook freight and averages 10 to 20 stops per week. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks with comfort-focused specifications and inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. Drivers are expected to interact professionally and courteously with customers and to work safely while representing Penske and its clients. The schedule is variable and primarily in the PM, with dispatch times between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Occasional Saturday work is required. The position averages $81,000 annually. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including paid vacation and holidays from day one, retirement benefits, health coverage, insurance, uniforms, and incentive and recognition programs.

Requirements

Hold a valid Class A CDL and be licensed in the state of residence while domiciled in the United States.
Hold or be able to obtain a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card.
Have 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.
Have a 3-year DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
Demonstrate English language proficiency.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
Be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safely accept responsibility for personal and others' safety.
Be able to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Be able to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit; use hands to touch, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
Be legally able to operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.

Responsibilities

Haul live chickens from farms to a processing plant.
Complete an average of 10 to 20 stops per week.
Perform no-touch, drop-and-hook freight work.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
Operate the assigned truck safely and remain alert while driving.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Work the required schedule and at the required location.