Yard Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske • Lacey, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a full-time Class A Yard Truck Driver. The driver moves trailers in and out of docks as directed by management, couples and uncouples trailers, and chocks trailers at loading and unloading doors. The role involves approximately 90 to 120 trailer moves per day and is home daily. Drivers operate late-model Penske Truck Leasing yard trucks with comfort and safety features, including inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras.

The schedule is Thursday through Saturday and every other Wednesday, with various start times available. The position requires regular, predictable attendance, compliance with applicable transportation laws and regulations, English language proficiency, and the ability to work safely in a safety-sensitive role. Applicants must complete the employment application and submit to background investigation and drug screening.

Penske describes opportunities for training and career mobility, including the possibility of moving to another city. The company emphasizes customer service, professional driving, safe and timely delivery, and representing Penske and its clients.

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 past 5 years.
• A 3-year DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.
• English language proficiency as required under 49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2).
• Ability to work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete a Penske employment application, and pass a background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely perform duties in a DOT-regulated or company-designated safety-sensitive position.
• Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move 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

• Move trailers in and out of docks as directed by management.
• Couple and uncouple trailers.
• Chock trailers when spotted for loading and unloading, and pull trailers from doors.
• Make approximately 90 to 120 trailer moves per day.
• Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and work the required schedule at the assigned location.
• Operate safely and remain alert, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays starting on day one.
• Generous retirement benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear.
• Employee discount benefit program.
• Driver referral bonus program of up to $5,000 per referral.
• Safety incentive program.
• Premier Driver Recognition Program.
• Training opportunities.
• Pay is issued every Friday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed