Line Haul Driver

About The Role

The primary functions of the Line Haul Driver position are to deliver freight over-the-road using any combination of vehicles, (with a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 pounds or greater) while providing good customer service in a professional, safe, and efficient manner.

• Transport freight over-the-road within the state in all weather.
• Load and unload vehicles, which may include:
  • Blocking loads on flatbeds
  • Strapping/Chaining loads on flatbeds
  • Hooking and unhooking trailers
  • Placarding Trailers
• Process paperwork related to freight as well as log books and DVIR paperwork and ELDs.
• Assist customers regarding freight in a polite and professional manner.
• Consistently adhere to all of Span/MSTS Safety and Fit for Duty policies and procedures as well as DOT regulations.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle such as gas, oil, coolant, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure proper working condition; perform minor vehicle maintenance, emergency repairs and cleaning.
• En-route deliveries as requested.
• Assist coworkers and other department as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Solid communication skills via radio and/or telephone
• Chaining
• Strong mental focus and critical thinking ability
• Strong ability to organize, manage time and prioritize as well as very detailed oriented
• Social Perceptiveness
• Strong spatial orientation awareness
• Must be able to read schedules, maps, hazardous materials documents, and other paperwork
• Ability to execute good lifting techniques
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in all weather conditions

• Extra credit if you have:
• Clean driving record
• Valid medical card
• Forklift Certification preferred
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move up to 200 pounds utilizing proper moving equipment
• Ability to independently move up to 70 pounds
• Ability to use proper lifting techniques when needed
• Ability to do repetitive motions which may include manual dexterity, grasping, reaching, bending and/or feeling
• Ability to sit for long periods of time in a vehicle
• Strong body coordination and equilibrium
• Strong core strength

Work Environment

• Work is either performed in a warehouse environment, outside in the elements, in a company vehicle
• Exposure to exhaust fumes is likely
• Conditions may also include exposure to environmental noise, weather elements and road distractions