CDL A Local Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc; Hays, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions Inc in Hays, KS is seeking a CDL A Local Driver to join our team. You will operate company vehicles to transfer freight safely and on schedule, delivering to customer locations and terminals.

This non-exempt role requires a valid Class A CDL, 21+ years old, 1 year driving experience, and Hazmat/Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain them. You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections and complete required paperwork.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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, with or without mechanical assistance depending on freight size.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Time management

Team player

Job description

## CDL A Local DriverApply: Hays KS: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR100920**Job Title:**CDL A Local Driver**Department:**Hays KS**Job Status:**Non-Exempt**Compensation:****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!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.