Class A Driver

Air Comfort, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc in Los Angeles seeks a Class A Driver to operate tractor-trailers, handle loading/unloading, and ensure safety in an outdoor, potentially harsh environment. The role requires a CDL, clean driving record, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and flexibility for nights and weekends. Overtime and weekend shifts are common.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with clean driving record and at least 2 years of experience.
• Must pass background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be at least 22 years old; high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.
• Lift/move up to 75 lbs; forklift experience.
• Shifts may include nights, weekends, holidays.
• Safety gear mandatory: steel-toe boots and reflective vests.
• Must be able to drive manual transmission.
• Extended periods of sitting during driving.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A tractor-trailer in multiple driving conditions (highway, city, local).
• Handle loading/unloading and touch freight with safety.
• Comply with safety regulations and PPE requirements.

Skills

Forklift experience

Seafood and Produce experience

English language

Safe driving record

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Class A Driver

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
• License to drive – valid Class A CDL Driver License - with a clean driving record.
• Must pass background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Flexibility – overtime as required, occasional weekends and holidays
• Touch freight – may need to lift, push or move product weighing as much as 70 pounds
• Must know how to use a Forklift
• Pass the required background check
• Valid Class A CDL license, with 2 years of exp.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 22+ years of age
• Primarily working in an outdoor environment; may include working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions
• Extended periods of time sitting during driving transport equipment; repeatedly climbing up and down from transport equipment
• Shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Weekends are required.
• Appropriate gear MUST be used for the position
• Safety vests and Steel-Toe Boots / Slip Resistant Boots (mandatory)
• Must be able to drive manual

EXPERIENCE:

• Operating trucks requiring a Class A CDL license (e.g., driving forwards, driving backwards, maneuvering in tight spaces, dropping and hooking, operating landing gear, or backing into docks and confined spaces, etc.)
• Operating a tractor-trailer in different conditions (e.g., highway driving, side/local roads, city/country, maneuvering in tight spaces, etc.)

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Forklift experience
• Seafood and Produce experience (preferably)
• English is required
• Must have a safe driving record
• Be able to lift, load, unload and move products weighing up to 75 LBS. and fulfill all physical requirements of the job.
• A background in Warehouse operations and logistics, including shipping, receiving and delivery is preferred.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
• Product knowledge or the ability to quickly learn it
• Good communication and customer service skills