CDL A Local Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k with Match

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Class A Route Delivery Driver in Houston, TX. You will operate company trucks to transfer freight safely and deliver to customer locations, handling paperwork and palletizing as needed.

The role requires a valid CDL-A, at least 21 years old, and 1 year of commercial driving experience. Hazmat/Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain are required or reimbursed. Salary is $32/hour with Monday–Friday 8am–5pm or 9am–6pm shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record.
• Minimum 21 years old.
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain (renewals reimbursed).
• No DUI/DWI in the past 3 years.
• No more than 3 traffic violations in the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Deliver and/or pick up freight to/from customer locations or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or supervisor.
• Ensure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and accompany shipments as required.
• Load and unload freight with or without mechanical assistance as size and environment permit.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

1 year commercial driving

Hazmat endorsement

Tanker endorsement

No DUI/DWI (past 3 years)

No more than 3 traffic violations (3y)

Minimum age 21

Job description

SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and 9am- 6pm

PAY: $32.00/HR

DIRECT REPORTS: No

LOCATION: Houston, 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

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Skills and Knowledge

• 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.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k retirement plan with match

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