CDL A Driver (Base Pay + Monthly Incentives)

Island Movers Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local moving and transportation company in Honolulu is seeking a CDL A Driver responsible for transporting freight. The ideal candidate must hold a Class A CDL and have 3-5 years of commercial driving experience. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient delivery, performing vehicle inspections, and maintaining communication with dispatch. This position is primarily outdoors and requires compliance with all DOT regulations and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A).
• 3 – 5 years of commercial driving experience is required.
• Must pass drug screen and physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight efficiently and safely.
• Perform regular vehicle inspections.
• Maintain communication with dispatcher and clients.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Interpersonal and professional communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A License

Hazmat and Tanker endorsements

TWIC certification

Job description

CDL A Driver (Base Pay + Monthly Incentives)

Island Movers, Inc., 119 Kaulele Pl, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America

Position Summary

Responsible for transporting freight to or from original destination to scheduled location and ensuring efficient delivery of goods within time constraints as directed by dispatcher.

Essential Duties

• Comply with all laws, Company’s policies, procedures and safety protocol, and DOT regulations at all times.
• Ensure that vehicle is in a proper and safe operating condition as outlined in the CDL code by performing daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, completing proper documentation, and notifying supervisor of any repairs needed.
• Keep accurate information in regards to deliveries and equipment; complete and turn in all pertinent documentation at the end of shift.
• Maintain proper communication with dispatcher and customers.
• Attend all safety training and provide valid certifications/licenses as mandated.
• Operate company property safely, i.e., the moving of containers, trailers, chassis, flatbeds, forklifts, etc.
• Perform other labor including the loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Perform other duties as directed by GFO Dispatcher.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience/Skills/Knowledge

• Must have a current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)
• Must possess knowledge of current Commercial Driver’s rules and regulations
• Must provide Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (no endorsement, still acceptable)
• Must provide TWIC certification (if available)
• Piggyback certification (no certification, we can train)
• Must provide acceptable Driver’s Abstract
• Must be able to pass drug screen and physical examination upon contingent offer and throughout employment
• Must be able to pass criminal background check
• Must be able to pass road test with Company’s Driver Trainer
• 3 – 5 years of commercial driving experience

Mental, Physical and Communication Requirements

• Requires lifting 75 lbs, bending, climbing in and out of operating equipment, and walking.
• Requires long periods of sitting behind the wheel of a moving vehicle and speaking with various individuals via phones and two-way radios.
• Maintain a presentable appearance at all times.
• Interpersonal and professional oral communication skills needed in dealing with all levels of employees, vendors and clients.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Work under minimal supervision, apply logic and reasoning to solve complex problems, use sound judgment and discretion in performing work duties.

Working Conditions

Primarily outdoors, prolonged hours on the road, driving from one location to the next.

Normal Work Hours

• Monday – Friday, as scheduled by GFO Dispatcher
• May require working overtime, on weekends and holidays per direction of GFO Dispatcher.

Guidelines

Follows and adheres to all internal policies and procedures, House and Safety Rules, and any employee policy guidelines if applicable. Executes goals and direction provided by GFO Dispatcher.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

EOE/AAP M/F/D/V