Class A Driver

MAT Express; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

MAT Express in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a full-time CDL truck driver to deliver products to customers using tractor-trailer combinations, with home daily and a 3:00 PM start on weekdays.

Applicants must have a valid California Class A license with a current medical card, at least 2 years of CDL driving experience, and the ability to pass a TSA background check. HazMat, TWIC, and DBIDS endorsements are strongly preferred. Route familiarity with Los Angeles County is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years CDL driving experience.
• Valid California Class A license and current medical card.
• Hazardous Materials endorsement required.
• TWIC required.
• DBIDS preferred.
• Ability to pass Security Threat Assessment (TSA) background check.
• Route delivery experience and familiarity with Los Angeles County preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer combinations to deliver product to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and coordinate respectfully with dispatchers.
• Obey and follow all applicable traffic laws.
• Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance within vehicle.
• Maintain drive log in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure mechanical issues with vehicle are noted and corrected before driving.
• Meet delivery schedules.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations.
• Report defect, accidents, and violations.
• Perform basic daily maintenance of truck (i.e, refueling, cleaning, etc.).
• Load and unload trucks with forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports.
• Record cargo deliveries.
• Verify loads for accuracy.

Skills

CDL driving experience

English comprehension

Basic math skills

Job description

GENERAL INFORMATION

Compensation: Starting at $28.00 hourly. Applicants with TWIC, HAZMAT, or DBIDS endorsements may receive higher starting pay.

Job Status: Full-time.

Schedule: Train and work from MAT LAX (12833 Chadron Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90250). Monday through Friday starting at 3:00PM. Home daily.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive tractor-trailer combinations to deliver product to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and coordinate respectfully with dispatchers.
• Obey and follow all applicable traffic laws.
• Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance within vehicle.
• Maintain drive log in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure mechanical issues with vehicle are noted and corrected before driving.
• Meet delivery schedules.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations.
• Report defect, accidents, and violations.
• Perform basic daily maintenance of truck (i.e, refueling, cleaning, etc.).
• Load and unload tucks with forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports.
• Record cargo deliveries.
• Verify loads for accuracy.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years CDL driving experience.
• Valid California Class A license and current medical card.
• Experience transporting and handling freight.
• Route delivery experience and familiarity with Los Angeles County preferred.
• Current 10 Year DMV printout.
• Ability to pass Security Threat Assessment (TSA) background check.
• Hazardous Materials endorsement required.
• TWIC required.
• DBIDS preferred.
• Ability to read and comprened instructions in English.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.

• Ability to pass Security Threat Assessment (TSA) background check