Yard Truck Driver - Class A Part Time - Penske Logistics

Penske•Batavia, IL

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a part-time Class A Yard Truck Driver. The driver operates late-model Penske Truck Leasing trucks, which are equipped with inward- and outward-facing in-cab cameras. The role involves moving trailers around the yard and to and from dock doors, coupling and uncoupling trailers, and chocking trailers positioned for loading and unloading. The position is based at a required specific location, and the driver is home daily. The schedule is Thursday through Saturday, starting at 9:00 PM, with a three-day workweek. Pay is $26.27 per hour, with overtime available when exceeding 40 hours. A driver referral bonus program offers up to $5,000 per referral. Drivers represent Penske and its clients, providing customer service and building account relationships. Penske highlights training opportunities, the possibility of moving to another city, professional management, clear communication, safety, and weekly pay. The position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated safety-sensitive, and requires maintaining alertness and working safely.

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.
Three-year DMV/MVR record with no more than two moving violations or accidents.
English language proficiency as required by federal law.
Ability to work the required schedule and at the specified location; complete the Penske employment application; and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner in a DOT-regulated or company-designated safety-sensitive position.
Ability to see and hear, including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to move frequently; stand, walk, and 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 lift and/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 dock areas as directed by management.
Couple and uncouple trailers.
Chock trailers positioned for loading and unloading, and pull trailers from dock doors.
Follow applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance and work the required schedule at the specified location.
Operate safely and remain alert, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Represent Penske and its clients while providing customer service and building account relationships.