Cdl Transport Driver - Mount Vernon, Il

Job Title: Transport CDL Driver

Purpose: Drive a tractor-trailer combination or straight truck to transport parcels between terminals.

Full-time position, Monday-Friday, 2nd shift starting at 8:30PM. On average, 5 hours of overtime each week. Paid time and a half after 40 hours worked per week. All routes are home daily. $23-26/hour based on experience.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct a pre-trip inspection of vehicle before driving to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Assist with loading and unloading freight as needed
• Drive between terminals to transport freight
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
• Wash exterior of tractor and equipment daily
• Turn in pre-trip form and complete mileage and maintenance forms
• Maintain all required certifications required by DOT and company safety policies

Qualifications:

• Must have a current or valid CDL Class-A license with doubles and triples endorsements
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50lbs repetitively
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Ability to complete some overhead lifting is required
• Ability to read maps
• Must have excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Must be willing to drive in inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to work independently and make quick decisions

Special Considerations for Position:

Work environment requires time spent outdoors in changing weather elements as well as in a vehicle. May involve other hazards pertaining to road conditions and vehicle operation

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