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

Penske • Birmingham, AL

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 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 also assist the service department with delivery of parts and equipment.

This is a casual, on-call, part-time position for supplemental income, with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week depending on business needs. The position is based at Penske’s Birmingham Oxmoor location. The shift is to be determined.

The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive by the company. Drivers must maintain alertness and operate safely, accepting responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. The role requires a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last three years. CDL holders also undergo DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

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, with customer service and organizational skills and a positive attitude.
• English language proficiency, as required under 49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2).
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Ability to maintain the driver qualification file required for the role, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history requests from prior employers for the last three years.
• CDL holders must complete 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 required location, complete the Penske employment application, and undergo a background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, 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 its rear cargo area.
• Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including required vision and hearing abilities, frequent movement, standing, walking, sitting, handling and reaching, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A license.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to Penske locations or customer locations.
• Inspect vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment are 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 delivery of parts and equipment as needed.
• Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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