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

Penske • Pompano Beach, FL

73d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Truck Leasing seeks a Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) to deliver vehicles to and return them from Penske locations and customer locations. The role primarily moves box trucks up to 26 feet; for CDL Class A drivers, it may also include moving tractors and trailers. The position may assist the service department by delivering parts and equipment. It is a casual, on-call, part-time role for licensed CDL Class B or Class A drivers, with work ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week based on business needs. The position is based at Penske’s Pompano Beach location.

The scheduled hours listed are Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The role is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive by the company. Associates must remain alert and work safely, taking responsibility for their own safety and that of others.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• At least 2 years with 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.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Maintain a current driver qualification file, including an annual MVR check, a successfully completed DOT physical, and Safety Performance History records requests 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 a 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 to accept responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• 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 legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter and exit the vehicle and rear cargo area.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

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 parts and equipment for the service department when needed.
• Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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