Line Haul Class A Cover Driver (Overnight)

Overview

The Line Haul Class A Cover Driver (Overnight) is responsible for delivering products from the Edwardsville, KS distribution center to one of our depot locations then back to Edwardsville. All freight is offloaded and loaded by warehouse staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle.
• Adhere to the safe and courteous operation of the delivery vehicle at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork daily, including Department of Transportation logbook and driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR).
• Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g., neat, clean, and properly attired).
• Adhere to all safety regulations, and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods.
• Ensure cargo is secured properly and compliant with safety requirements.
• Report any incidents to the dispatcher.
• Follow/adhere to all traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle, product, and equipment tidy and in good working order.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Minimum Qualifications: 1 year of experience, DOT certified Class A Commercial Driver's License required, must be at least 21 years of age.
• Physical Demands: considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping. Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods. Capable of working flexible hours which could include overnight, early morning, and/or late evening. May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs.
• This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL + Doubles/Triples Endorsement REQUIRED

Benefits

This is a Cover Driver role responsible for filling in when regular Line Haul Drivers are out due to vacation or illness. During coverage, the driver will follow the schedule of the absent driver, typically starting around 10:00 PM, and will focus solely on driving duties. When not covering, responsibilities include: Yard jockeying trucks and trailers. Monday - Thursday schedule, 4 days a week, Guaranteed 40 Hours, Home Daily.

Pay

A competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $33.00 / hour plus incentives. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

Schedule

Monday - Thursday schedule, 4 days a week, Guaranteed 40 Hours, Home Daily.