CDL A Local Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc. in Dallas, TX is seeking Class A drivers who combine a customer-service mindset with a safety-first approach.

This Route Delivery Driver role involves operating company vehicles to transfer freight to and from pre-specified locations on a strict schedule, with unloading, sorting, palletizing, and reload tasks as required. You will complete all DOT paperwork and company procedures, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and maintain accurate shipping

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• 21+ years of age.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain (renewals reimbursed).

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Delivers and/or picks up freight to/from customer locations and/or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor.
• Ensures all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point.
• Loads and/or unloads a wide variety of freight onto and off a company motor vehicle, at customer locations and at the terminal, with or without mechanical assistance depending on the size of freight.

Skills

CDL A

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

Customer service mindset

Safety-first mindset

Job description

SHIFT: Monday-Friday

PAY: $32.00/HR

DIRECT REPORTS: NO

LOCATION: Dallas, TX

JOB SUMMARY

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is in search of Class A drivers with a passion for customer service and a safety-first mindset to join our dynamic team. The CDL A position is a Route Delivery Driver position in which you will operate a Company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. This position unloads, sorts, palletizes, and reloads a wide variety of freight, manually or with the aid of a mechanical device. Completes all paperwork required by government regulations and Company procedures/policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Delivers and/or picks up freight to/from customer locations and/or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor
• Ensures all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point
• Loads and/or unloads a wide variety of freight onto and off a company motor vehicle, at customer locations and at the terminal, with or without mechanical assistance depending on the size of freight

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• 1 year of commercial driving experience
• No DUI’s or DWI’s (in the past 3 years)
• No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years)
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain - renewals reimbursable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial combinations, to manually lower and raise landing gear, to operate fifth wheel release levers, to lock and release pintle-hooks, to attach and release safety chains, to open and close cargo doors, to climb into and out of vehicles, and to fuel and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles.

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