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

Penske • Birmingham, AL

14d • 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 sites. The role primarily moves box trucks up to 26 feet; drivers with a CDL Class A 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 role with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week based on business needs. The listed schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The position is based at 226 Oxmoor Circle, Birmingham, Alabama 35209.

This role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive by the company. Drivers must maintain alertness and operate safely, taking responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)).
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records requests from prior employers in 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 Penske 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 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 and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally 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 or customer locations.
• Inspect 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 vehicle damage.
• Deliver vehicles and, as needed, parts and equipment; assist the service department when assigned.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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