Truck Driver (Local/Hrly)

Job Purpose

The Mileage truck driver position will drive a pre-planned route to deliver freight to internal and external customers. **$5,000 Sign-On Bonus**

About the Role

Inspect motor vehicles; Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation; Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured; Record operational or production data; Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions; Secure cargo.

Responsibilities

• Inspect motor vehicles
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation
• Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured
• Record operational or production data
• Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions
• Secure cargo

Requirements

• Class A CDL
• 2 years of verifiable driving experience

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be at least 25 years of age
• Must have a valid Class A CDL License with a good driving record
• Must have at least 2 years of recent OTR verifiable tractor trailer experience (Roll-Off or Flatbed preferred)
• Compliance with state and federal DOT rules and regulations
• Engaging personality with a stable work history
• Ability to communicate with all levels of employees and customers
• Attention to detail with driver's paperwork
• Possess sufficient strength to tie down a load properly
• Prefers a current TWIC
• Able to climb onto and down from the trailer
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance, able to push and pull up to 150 lbs.

Essential and Physical Activities

• Strength - Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance, able to push and pull up to 150lbs, Possess sufficient strength to tie down a load properly
• Motion- Able to sit for long periods of time while driving, able to grip with hands, able to climb onto and down from the trailer
• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Driver would need to have the ability to read road signs and judge distances
• Work Environment - Able to drive long hours and work in all weather conditions
• Emotional Demands - Employee expected to make quick decisions, employee must be comfortable working alone
• Safety: This is a safety sensitive position as it requires to follow all State and Federal DOT regulations. Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e blue flag) and use of all PPE.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.