Truck Driver - CDL Class A Floater - Penske Logistics

Penske•Apple Valley, CA

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a full-time Class A CDL truck driver to deliver life-saving medical supplies to cross-dock locations and support various routes and assignments as needed. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks equipped with comfort and safety features, including inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role requires a professional, courteous approach when interacting with customers and a consistent focus on safe operations. This position offers an average annual pay of $68,000 and home-daily schedules. The schedule requires flexibility based on customer needs, provides two consecutive days off, and has an AM start time. A driver referral bonus program offers up to $5,000 per referral. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays from day one, retirement benefits, medical, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, company-provided uniforms, an employee discount program, a safety incentive program, and a driver recognition program. Penske describes its truck-driving team as focused on safe, timely deliveries and customer service. Drivers represent both Penske and its clients, and may drive client-branded trucks and wear client uniforms. Penske also notes training opportunities and the potential to move to another city through its nationwide locations. Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL and meet the listed experience, driving-record, medical-card, attendance, language-proficiency, screening, and safety requirements. The role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive by the company.

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-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency as required by federal law.
Ability to complete the Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work the required schedule and at the specific location required.
Ability to maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely in a DOT-regulated or company-designated safety-sensitive role.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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.

Responsibilities

Deliver life-saving medical supplies to cross-dock locations.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with customers.
Support various routes and assignments as needed.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Work the required schedule and at the required location.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Operate safely and remain alert, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.