Class A Driver

Kids for the Future; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Chesapeake, VA seeks a CDL driver for residential moves. You will operate tractor-trailer/household goods equipment, ensure safety, load and unload, and serve as crew leader and customer ambassador.

Requirements include a Class A CDL, 2+ years of driving experience, clean DOT record, familiarity with Bills of Lading and ELD, and strong safety and service mindset; willing to travel for long moves and pass a road test.

Qualifications

• Must be 23 years of age with 2 years of Class A driving experience.
• Requires CDL Class A and ability to pass a road test.
• Experience with moving, freight, or logistics preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and hours of service requirements.
• Proficient in load securing and use of Bill of Lading documents.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer combinations to transport household goods and other materials.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and report any issues to Fleet Safety.
• Load and unload trucks, wrap and secure items for transit.
• Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service status per regulations.
• Direct and supervise moving crew, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Communicate with Dispatcher and customers, obtain signatures and payments when required.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and DOT/FMCSA requirements.

Skills

CDL Class A

2+ years experience

Pre-trip inspections

Load securing

Bills of Lading

GPS navigation

Route planning

Customer service

Leadership

Hours of service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ELD

GPS

Job description

• Location 1010 Cavalier Blvd.,Chesapeake, VA, 23323,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Raven Cavitt
• Phone [phone]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Requires commercial drivers' license. Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR). Follows DOT Safety regulations. Understands the different types of moving jobs. Drives truck to customer residence, officelocations or storages and packs, loads unloads household goods. Serves as the crew leader and customer service representative.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Perform vehicles Pre-Trip inspections to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Turn in Pre-Trip forms to Fleet Safety and report any vehicle issues.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting household goods. Check that doors aresecurely closed, and equipment is placed in the truck's designated compartment.
• Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure by using straps or covers.
• Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
  
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Report to Fleet Management vehicle accidents, mechanical failures, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
  
• Before starting local COD deliveries, driver must contact Dispatcher to confirm payment otherwise collect payment from customer. Acceptable method of payments that drivers can accept are certified checks and money orders. When job is complete driver must obtain the customer signature on the form, l "Combined Uniform Household Goods Bill of Lading and Freight Bill". Return paperwork and payment to the Dispatcher.
• Drive CDL and Non-CDL trucks including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport household goods and other materials.
• Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• When required, driver must obtain weight at the Company's scale or any other authorized weight stations. If weight is obtained at an outside weight station, driver must turn in weight ticket along with the rest of the paperwork to Dispatcher.
• Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
  
• Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
  
• Driver must be able to perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs, such as changing light bulbs, change spark plugs and tire chains.
• Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
• Pay special attention for commercial routes as there are routes that don't allow commercial vehicles. Also pay special attention to weight and height restrictions. (Low bridges, tunnels etc.)
• Load and unload trucks and help where needed, using special loading-related equipment or other equipment as necessary. (walk board, dollies, piano boards, hump straps)
  
• Driver must know how to conduct an accurate and detailed inventory. Inventory must include a list of all household items that will be loaded in the truck. Inventory list must be easy to read and understand. Inventory must match boxes labels. All items that are not placed in a box must be inventoried with a full description and detailed list of conditions. (Scratched, dented, punctured, broken etc.)
• Wrap and secure household goods using pads, packing paper, containers, or straps.
• Follow safety procedures for Flatbed trucks. Ensure that loads are properly secured in the vehicle, this includes strapping and tarping.
  
• Responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the relocation. Give directions and assistance to helpers, packer, and loaders in order to successfully complete the relocation.
• Driver is required to fuel their vehicle at the end of their shift.
• Driver will request daily assignment from Dispatcher. Dispatcher will provide him with verbal instructions and paperwork.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 75–100 lbs as needed.
• Comfortable sitting and operating vehicles for extended periods including long-distance hauls.
• Ability to assist crew members with loading and unloading when required.

Licensing & Driving Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Clean driving record with no major violations in the past 5 years.
• Current DOT medical certification (Medical Examiner's Certificate) required.
• Experience operating tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, and large moving vehicles required.
• Must past a road test.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations, FMCSA guidelines, and hours of service requirements.
• Experience with Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) required.

Skills & Experience

• Must be 23 years of age with 2 years of Class A driving experience, preferably in moving, freight, or logistics.
• Proven ability to safely operate 48ft and 53ft trailers in various road and weather conditions.
• Experience conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections per DOT standards.
• Proficiency with GPS navigation, route planning, and load management.
• Ability to read, verify, and maintain accurate Bills of Lading and shipping documents.
• Experience securing and strapping loads to prevent shifting during transport.

Professional Qualities

• Exceptional safety record and commitment to safe driving practices.
• Strong leadership skills to direct and supervise moving crew members.
• Professional appearance and outstanding customer service skills.
• Self-motivated and able to manage long-distance hauls independently.
• Dependable, punctual, and highly accountable.
• Strong problem-solving skills for managing unexpected delays or route changes.

Regulatory & Compliance Requirements

• Must be registered in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Subject to random DOT drug and alcohol testing.
• Must maintain compliance with all federal and state transportation regulations.
• Ability to complete accurate ELD logs and Hours of Service records.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a DOT background check, drug screening, and full MVR check.
• Flexible availability for long-distance, overnight, and multi-day trips as needed.
• Must comply with all Apple Moving safety, fleet, and operational policies.
• Ability to manage fuel logs, receipts, and trip documentation accurately.