Driver, Linehaul

About the role

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express Lines, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network, offering a hybrid transportation network.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight following Company, Federal, State, and Local laws concerning run times and FMCSA regulations.
• Plan routes efficiently and deliver freight on time.
• Communicate with the dispatch team about scheduling, workload, and route options.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer before each trip and at the end of each trip.
• Oversee freight loading, ensure freight limits are not exceeded, and properly secure the freight to prevent damage.
• Obtain and maintain proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
• Log hours and distances driven, rest stop durations, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.
• Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure security of equipment and cargo.
• Possibly operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers, and inspect vehicles before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.
• Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
• Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.
• May be required to use in-cab technology, including electronic logs and other items.
• May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
• Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to drive a tractor-trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.
• Must have an acceptable MVR.
• Must pass a road test.
• Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles, etc.
• Must be able to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Must be able to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Must be able to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Must pass a pre-employment FMCSA medical exam and drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License; HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements preferred (LCV requirements may apply).
• Periodic travel up to 90% required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Lifetime life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Job referral bonus program.

Pay

$27.00-$29.00 per hour.

Schedule

Periodic travel up to 90% required.