CDL-A- Truck Driver
About the role
Our mission is to deliver exceptional warehousing and transportation services to our customers while maintaining fair and competitive pricing. We achieve this through the innovative contributions of our most valuable asset—our team members. The Driver at Southern Tier Logistics is responsible for freight pick-up and delivery, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring equipment upkeep. This role may also involve operating a forklift for inventory movement and completing additional duties as assigned by management. Drivers are accountable for the safe and efficient use of company equipment and are expected to maintain a professional attitude that supports teamwork and promotes a positive company image.
Responsibilities
- Ensure deliveries and pick-ups are completed efficiently and cost-effectively
- Transport and collect freight from designated locations
- Properly hook and unhook trailers (including operating the landing gear)
- Inspect equipment before, during, and after trips; complete thorough pre- and post-trip inspections
- Plan and maintain efficient delivery routes
- Keep equipment clean and in good working condition
- Represent the company professionally at all times
- Accurately complete and submit daily trip reports
- Ensure Bills of Lading (BOLs) are properly signed and submitted
- Operate and maintain equipment safely while complying with all regulations
- Follow OSHA, state, and federal safety guidelines
- Adhere to all company and regulatory safety policies
- Maintain a valid CDL at all times
- Immediately report any accidents involving equipment or personnel
- Notify dispatch promptly of delays, breakdowns, weather issues, or emergencies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required
- Minimum of 1 year tractor-trailer driving experience
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions, including handling receipts, logs, maps, and road signs
- Knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
- Clean and respectable driving record
- Must meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical requirements
- Understanding of public safety and security procedures, including applicable policies and regulations
- Familiarity with DOT regulations including Hours of Service (HOS), inspections, and maintenance requirements
Requirements
- Ability to multitask and respond to emergencies calmly and effectively
- May be subject to irregular work schedules
- 25%–50% of time spent outdoors in varying and sometimes challenging conditions
- Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
- Walking the length of the tractor-trailer as needed
- Light lifting of materials
- Opening and closing trailer doors
- Frequent cranking of trailer dollies
- Occasional climbing, crouching, and kneeling
- Frequent entry and exit from the truck cab
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and sick time, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, bonus opportunities, and more.
Pay
Pay Range: $24.00 – $27.50 per hour. Starting Rate: $26.00/hr.
Schedule
Wednesday - Sunday - 11:00am – 7:30pm