Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske•Erlanger, KY

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring full-time local Class A CDL truck drivers to deliver aluminum coils and scrap dock-to-dock. The work is mainly drop-and-hook using pre-loaded flatbed trailers, and includes loading and unloading aluminum coils. Drivers operate late-model Freightliner and Volvo trucks, as well as Penske Truck Leasing trucks, with specifications designed for comfort. The position offers steady work, guaranteed daily pay, an average annual pay of $90,000, and home-daily schedules. Additional safety incentives of up to $3,000 annually and occasional sixth-day work with weekend incentives are available. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with a 4:00 PM dispatch and 50–60 hours per week. Drivers represent Penske and its clients, deliver freight safely and on time, and provide customer service while building relationships with accounts. The position requires adherence to applicable laws and regulations and a constant state of alertness to work safely. Penske offers training opportunities and potential opportunities to move to another city.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL; applicants must be domiciled in the United States 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 years of DMV/MVR records with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency, as required for compliance with 49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2).
Ability to work the required schedule and at the specified location.
Complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to move frequently; stand, walk, and 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.

Responsibilities

Deliver aluminum coils and scrap dock-to-dock.
Use drop-and-hook procedures and pre-loaded flatbed trailers for deliveries.
Load and unload aluminum coils.
Deliver products safely and on time while providing customer service and representing Penske and its clients.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Work the required schedule and at the specified location, with regular and predictable full attendance.

Benefits

Paid vacation and holidays starting on day one.
Retirement benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear.
Employee discount benefit program.
Driver referral bonus program of up to $5,000 per referral.
Safety incentive program, with additional safety incentives available up to $3,000 annually.
Premier Driver Recognition Program.
Boot allowance.