Class a driver job description
Class A Drivers are skilled professionals with the license to drive tractor trailers, semi trucks, or other vehicles that weigh more than 26,001 pounds. They transport goods, equipment, or machines and ensure that these items are all properly documented and are safely delivered to the needed location.
Example class a driver requirements on a job description
- Valid Class A driver's license
- Current medical card
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations
- Excellent communication skills
- Time management
- Flexibility to work long hours
- Problem-solving ability
- Safety-oriented mindset
Class a driver job description example 1
Lineage Logistics class a driver job description
- Deliver frozen and/or refrigerated freight to and from local locations
- Provide excellent customer service to our customers while delivering quality products to each location and/or store
- Maintain schedule to ensure on time pick-up and delivery; may be required to read out the digital tachograph timely
- Account for and inspect freight to prevent rejection or potential claim issues; may include checking the loading temperature and monitoring it during transport
- Ensure accuracy of paperwork with the delivery and that all requirements are met in coordination with the dispatch and operations departments
- Maintain accurate and up to date driver logs for hours of service and equipment maintenance
- 18 month's operating a Class A commercial vehicle experience
- Valid license(s) for commercial/professional drivers
- Ability to understand instructions in Country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics
- Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear
- May be required to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed
- Must be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loud
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Why Lineage?
This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.
Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.
Benefits
Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, competitive pay, excellent Health and Dental benefits, 401K, and Paid Time Off and Sick Days
Class a driver job description example 2
Bodycote USA Inc class a driver job description
Bodycote is offering a $1000 sign-on retention bonus!
Bodycote offers:
Paid holidays and paid time off
401k with a match
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans for employee and family
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week
8am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Our people are the heart of our business. As the world's largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!
As a skilled CDL Driver, you will need 2+ years' experience in commercial driving. You may cross state lines during the day but this driver job never has you out overnight. In addition you will:
Responsible for general inspection of company truck, including minor maintenance as needed.
Complete required DOT paperwork (i.e. Driver Logs, Trip, Records, Required Vehicle Inspection Reports)
Responsible for prompt and accurate pickup and delivery of customer's parts and related materials, practicing safe driving standards asset by state law.
Responsible for preparing jobs for shipment, loading and unloading trucks in a safe and careful manner.
Must maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times as determined by the company.
We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
Education - High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum two years' experience in commercial driving
Must have current CDL, be able to produce and maintain clean driving record, and obtain and maintain forklift operator certificate.
Must maintain a current DOT standard Medical Certificate (excluding approved waiver)
May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment and for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.
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Class a driver job description example 3
Waste Connections class a driver job description
Schedule will be Sun - Wed with a 6:00am - 6:30am start time. Competitive Wages start at $31.00/HR .
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Driving Tractor Trailer with a dedicated local route. Manual transmission utilized in tractor/trailer equipment.
- Possibility for training on Roll Off.
- Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
- Ability to perform a physically demanding job, lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis
- Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Climbing in and out of the cab up to 40+ times/day.
- Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
- The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
- Will be working in all weather conditions
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Class A CDL
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to quality customer service
- As verified by a current MVR/driver abstract, all qualifications as defined under DOT regulation 49 CFR 383.51 must be met
- Would like to see at least 3 years Class A commercial driving experience, preferably with 53' trailers.
- Clean safety and driving record
- Able to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to deal with the physicality of the job with no issues.
- Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.
We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)