Driver Trainee

About the Role

As a Driver Trainee, you will participate in the Driver Training Program while performing the duties of a Freight Handler on a regular basis. To complete the program, you must complete 8 hours behind the wheel of a Company truck and 25 hours of yard training, while being observed/trained. Yard training includes training on pre-trip inspections, proper use of controls, hooking/unhooking, and backing.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment.
• Perform frequent lifting, pulling, and carrying of freight.
• Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips, and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) at the end of each trip or tour of duty.
• When hazardous materials are present, check for proper preparation of shipping papers, verify agreement between shipping papers and freight markings/labeling, and ensure the vehicle is properly placarded.
• Drive truck to assigned destinations.
• Ensure all shipping documentation (e.g., manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills) is available for inspection and accompanies shipments upon delivery.
• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including driver’s log, roadside inspection records, mileage records, and other legally required documents.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check, alcohol and drug test, and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• At least 6 months of driving experience, including personal motor vehicle use.
• Willingness and ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) with Hazmat Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, and Doubles/Triples Endorsement.

Pay

$33.35-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location)

Schedule

First Shift