Truck Driver Hiker Vehicle Transporter CDL Part Time

Penske • South Plainfield, NJ

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 customers. The role primarily involves moving box trucks up to 26 feet; drivers with a CDL Class A may also move tractors and trailers. The position may include assisting the service department with delivery of parts and equipment.

This is a casual, on-call, part-time role offering supplemental income, with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week depending on business needs. The position is based at the Penske facility at 2364 S. Clinton Avenue in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Pay is $21.00 per hour for CDL A drivers and $20.00 per hour for CDL B drivers.

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 U.S. 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.
• Ability to maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records 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 Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation, and undergo drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Ability to meet the role's physical requirements, including vision and hearing abilities; frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, hand use, and reaching; regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A license.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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