Yard Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics
About The Position
Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A Yard Drivers. Earn up to $80000 annually. Home Daily. Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral. You will drive late model, Penske Truck Leasing trucks with best-in-class specs designed for comfort. This role requires English language proficiency and is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, requiring the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and supply chain management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs.
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence
- Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required
- 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the past 5 years
- 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents
- Follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
- In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency
- Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required
- This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
Responsibilities
- Move trailers in and out of the dock as directed by management
- Couple and uncouple trailers
- Chocking trailers as they are spotted for loading and unloading and pulling from doors
- Must be flexible and willing to leave the yard as needed to support local deliveries and recoveries
- Checking tires and fuel throughout the day
Benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays day 1
- Generous retirement benefits
- Excellent health care coverage-medical, dental, and vision
- Short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance
- Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear
- Employee discount benefit program
- Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral
- Safety incentive program
- Premier Driver Recognition Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
