Class B CDL Local Driver (Hazmat and Tanker Required)

Dayton Freight Lines; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 68,191,000 - 92,266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays/vacation

Competitive weekly pay

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines is hiring Class B CDL drivers for local daytime routes. Starting pay is $28.00 per hour with overtime after 40 hours. The position emphasizes a stable, growing organization and a professional, people-centered environment.

Responsibilities include transporting, loading/unloading, inspections, paperwork, and customer interaction. A valid Class B CDL with HazMat/Tank endorsements and a current DOT medical card are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 22 years old.
• At least 18 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid Class B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement.
• Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card.
• No DUI or reckless convictions in past 3 years.
• Less than 2 moving violations in past 3 years.
• Basic math skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load and unload freight between service centers and customers.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on the tractor and trailer.
• Document freight control processes accurately.
• Read maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazmat markings and identifications.
• Affix placards to tractor/trailer when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle and surroundings.
• Assist customers with shipping papers preparation.
• Interact professionally with customers.
• Operate forklift to unload/load when needed.
• Participate in Dayton Freight training and improvement programs.
• Be available for irregular schedules and shifts.

Skills

English fluency

Basic math

Drug screen

Work eligibility

Job description

Overview

• Full-Time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Local daytime work
• Opportunity for Class A advancement!
• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quality Hours
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

Responsibilities

Class B P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.

• Perform pre and post trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
• Properly document all freight control processes
• Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
• Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
• Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
• Interact and converse with external/internal customers
• Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed.
• Participate in Dayton Freight's training and improvement programs
• Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
• Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

Qualifications

• At least 22 years of age
• At least 18 months of commercial driving experience
• Valid Class B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement
• Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
• No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in the past 3 years
• Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Full-Time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
• Local daytime work
• Opportunity for Class A advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick-up and delivery operations. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.