CDL Driver (Relief) – $37.31/hr + Benefits

Baker Commodities Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Job summary

Baker Commodities Inc. is seeking a Commercial Driver for Seattle operations. The role involves safe, timely operation of vehicles to collect, transport and deliver product on variable shifts.

You will follow DOT/FMCSA rules, complete logs, and communicate with supervisors while maintaining route efficiency. Required are a Class A CDL with DOT medical card, 2 years of driving, and the ability to complete the Entry Level Driver program if under 2 years.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card.
• Must be 21 or older to comply with Federal regulations.
• Endorsements (tanker and doubles) based on vehicle assigned.
• 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR.
• Ability to complete Entry Level Driver program if less than 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and speak English as required by Federal Motor Carrier Department.
• Understand and follow all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of transportation and safety principles for moving goods by road.
• Skill to operate, control and monitor vehicle and equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and alternate schedule/route as needed.
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Check vehicle to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in clean and good working order
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources and verify instructions and routes
• Drive assigned vehicle on designated route
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to vehicles
• Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service, or repair status following state and federal regulations
• Record information such as weight/volume, mileage, time and fuel consumption
• Operate equipment such as GPS navigation and radio/phone to exchange information with supervisors or other points of contact
• Plan/adjust routes based on changing conditions using navigation equipment to maximize fuel efficiency
• Load or unload trucks using specialized equipment as necessary
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time are business needs evolve over time.

Skills

CDL knowledge

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Route planning

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baker Commodities Inc. is seeking a Commercial Driver for Seattle operations. The role involves safe, timely operation of vehicles to collect, transport and deliver product on variable shifts.

You will follow DOT/FMCSA rules, complete logs, and communicate with supervisors while maintaining route efficiency. Required are a Class A CDL with DOT medical card, 2 years of driving, and the ability to complete the Entry Level Driver program if under 2 years.