CDL Independent Driver

Master's Transportation; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Master's Transportation seeks a CDL Independent Driver to transport empty passenger vehicles nationwide as a 1099 contractor. You’ll operate within DOT guidelines, set your own schedule, and travel extensively across the country, with no forced dispatch.

You will report to the Transportation Manager and perform deliveries per client needs, manage fuel, documents, tolls, and expenses while staying compliant with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL license or permit required; commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine delivery details for each assignment.
• Ensure vehicle has sufficient fuel at all times.
• Inform clients and dispatch of potential delays.
• Take rest breaks as needed during trips.
• Deliver stock to clients on or before deadlines.
• Complete, store, and submit all necessary documentation.
• Pay tolls and manage associated expenses.
• Report vehicle-related issues for urgent attention.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Job Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CDL

Job description

Job Summary

The CDL Independent Contractor transports empty passenger vehicles to clients, both near and far. The CDL driver is responsible for following DOT guidelines while operating the passenger vehicles being delivered to customers across the country. There is no forced dispatch, be your own boss and travel around the country, within the confines of the DOT guidelines and requirements.

Job Title: CDL Independent Driver

Classification: 1099 Contractor

Reports To: Transportation Manager

Position Type: As needed

Work Schedule: Varies

Work Location: 100% travel

Job Summary

The CDL Independent Contractor transports empty passenger vehicles to clients, both near and far. The CDL driver is responsible for following DOT guidelines while operating the passenger vehicles being delivered to customers across the country. There is no forced dispatch, be your own boss and travel around the country, within the confines of the DOT guidelines and requirements.

Essential Functions

• Determining the details of each delivery.


• Ensuring that the bus or van has sufficient fuel at all times.


• Informing clients and your dispatch team of potential delays.


• Stopping for frequent rest breaks along the journey.


• Delivering stock to clients on or before each deadline.


• Completing, storing, and submitting all necessary documentation.


• Paying all pertinent tolls as you drive to and from destinations.


• Keeping track of all reasonable expenses and submitting proof thereof to obtain refunds.


• Reporting all vehicle-related issues for urgent attention.

Competencies

• Communication skills.


• Problem-Solving skills.


• Decision-Making.


• Job Knowledge.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Work Environment: Commercial Truck Driving

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Required Education/Experience/Certifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.


• Relevant CDL.

Preferred Education/Experience/Certifications

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Travel Requirements

• As needed to deliver and pick up assignments.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Master's Transportation is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Master's Transportation is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.