CDL A Local Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a CDL A local driver in Hays KS for a Monday-Friday shift starting at 7 am. The role involves route delivery, safe operation of company vehicles, and timely freight transfer to designated locations.

Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, loading/unloading freight, and maintaining required DOT paperwork. Hazmat/tanker endorsements are preferred or to be obtained with reimbursement. Salary is $30.00/hr with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must have Valid Class A CDL.
• At least 21 years of age.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Deliver and/or pick up freight to/from customer locations or terminals as instructed by dispatch.
• Ensure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and accompanies shipments.
• Load and/or unload freight with or without mechanical assistance.

Job description

Job Title:

CDL A Local Driver

Department:

Hays KS

Job Status:

Non-Exempt

Direct Reports:

No

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

SHIFT:

Monday-Friday, 7 am start time

PAY:

$30.00/HR - $2,500 SIGN ON BONUS

REPORTS TO:

Service Center Manager

DIRECT REPORTS:

NO

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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