CDL A Route Delivery Driver

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; Georgia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a Class A CDL Route Delivery Driver in Houston, TX. The role involves operating a company vehicle to transfer freight to customer sites on time, unloading and loading freight, and completing required paperwork in compliance with regulations.

The position emphasizes safety and customer service, with pre- and post-trip inspections, and the ability to work Mon-Fri with pay at $29 per hour. Experience and endorsements needed, with reimbursements for renewals.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or willingness to obtain; renewals reimbursable.
• No DUI/DWI in past 3 years; no more than 3 traffic violations in past 3 years.

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 supervisor.
• Ensures all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and accompanies shipments to delivery points.
• Loads and/or unloads freight onto/off a company vehicle with or without mechanical assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-minded

Pre-trip inspections

Education

CDL Class A

Hazmat/Tanker endorsements (or willing to obtain)

Job description

Job Title: CDL A Route Delivery Driver

Department: Houston TX

Job Status: Non-Exempt

Direct Reports: No

LOCATION: Houston, TX

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) 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

SHIFT: Monday-Friday
PAY: $29/hour
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.