CDL A Linehaul Driver

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Downey (CA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Weekly direct payroll deposits

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. is seeking Linehaul Drivers to operate company trucks on intra-state and inter-state routes. You will meet DOT standards, perform inspections, manage cargo, and communicate with dispatch to meet schedules.

Duties may include loading, unloading, and sorting freight while upholding safety and company policies. The role requires a valid Class A CDL, DOT medical card, endorsements including Hazmat/Tanker, and at least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with hazmat, tanker, doubles/triples endorsements.
• English reading, writing and speaking ability.
• Experience driving tractor-trailer vehicles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles safely while following state and federal rules.
• Meet DOT medical standards and maintain medical certification.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and report defects.
• Record trip and dispatch data using company IT systems.
• Secure cargo and handle loading/unloading as required.
• Maintain contact with dispatch and adhere to schedules.
• Represent AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. positively with customers.

Skills

Safe driving

Regulatory compliance

English proficiency

Education

CDL required

Job description

No Touch - Home Daily

Linehaul Drivers operate commercial vehicles with various trailer combinations across intra-state and inter-state routes. This includes travel between company service centers and meet-and-turn points. Drivers may also be responsible for sorting, loading, unloading, and handling freight as needed. The position requires strict adherence to safety, compliance, and performance standards to ensure the efficient and secure transportation of freight.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles safely while adhering to all state and federal regulations, including traffic laws, hours of service, and hazmat transportation requirements.

• Meet DOT medical standards and maintain a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate.

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of company equipment and report any defects.

• Operate company-provided IT equipment in compliance with policy to record ELD, VIR, trip, and dispatch information.

• Ensure proper cargo securement to prevent damage during transport.

• Load, unload, and secure freight as required.

• Maintain communication with dispatch and adhere to trip scheduling requirements.

• Exhibit professional conduct and represent the company in a positive manner with customers and team members.

• Other duties as assigned.

LA County Additional Information

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Background check required under 49 CFR Part 391. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act Pay Range: 0.79-0.79 per_mile, General Benefits:

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance

• Company Health Savings Account contributions

• 401k with company match

• Company-paid & voluntary life insurance

• Short- & long-termdisability

• Dependent life Insurance

• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance

• Wellness programs

• Paid holidays

• Paid vacation

• Uniforms

• Weekly direct payroll deposits

• Safety and performance rewards program

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Employee assistance program

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Valid DOT physical

• Required endorsements: Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples

• Minimum 1 year of tractor-trailer driving experience

• Driving record reflecting no more than two moving violations in the past three years

• Ability to read, write, and speak English

• Must complete company onboarding process, including drug screening, background check, MVR, and PSP review

• Successful completion of new-hire training, including assessments, driving test, trailer combination test, and forklift test

• Minimum 21 years of age

Physical Requirements

This position requires but is not limited to the following physical requirements: sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, material moving, lifting, and reaching.

In addition, this position requires but is not limited to the following cognitive requirements: Maintain situational awareness, read manifests, interpret navigation, and identify shipment labels accurately. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Working Environment

This position operates in various environments, including indoor docks, enclosed vehicles, and outdoor areas. Work may occur in extreme temperatures, inclement weather, low-light conditions, and around moving equipment or other personnel engaged in freight handling.

Operating Schedule

• Days: Monday through Sunday (varies by business needs)Shifts: AM/PM " schedules are determined by operational requirements and subject to change.

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