Final Mile Driver
Southeastern Freight Lines · Pooler, GA · 6 days ago
Management$31.35–$34.5/hrFull-time
About the role
As a Final Mile Driver, you will pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally, not to include hazardous materials, in a non CDL‑A vehicle. You are responsible for the safe and timely transportation of freight from origin to destination.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload shipments, either individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment.
- Perform frequent lifting, pulling and carrying of freight.
- Inspect vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report at the end of each trip.
- Check shipping papers to determine the nature of the load to ensure hazardous materials are not present.
- Ensure all required shipping documentation (manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, etc.) is available for inspection and accompanies the shipment when delivered.
- Properly handle and complete all necessary paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and alcohol and drug test.
- Possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
- Have at least 6 months of driving experience, including experience with a personal motor vehicle.
- Be willing to enter Southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program after successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role.
Skills
- Previous experience with pallet jack, loading/unloading, box truck, delivery driver, or CDL B is preferred.
Pay
$31.35‑$34.50 per hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)
Schedule
First Shift