Commercial Truck Driver - Baltimore

Digrig; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employer contribution to 401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

A logistics company in Baltimore is seeking a Class A Commercial Driver to operate vehicles, perform safety inspections, and assist with crane operations. Candidates must possess a valid CDL and two years of driving experience. The role requires manual labor, strong communication, and teamwork skills. Benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) contribution.

Formación

• Must be at least 18 years old with two years of recent experience driving a Class A commercial vehicle.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Willingness to perform routine and heavy manual work for extended periods under difficult weather conditions.
• Completion of ninth grade; high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willingness to perform heavy manual work and long hours.
• Road test required.
• Background check, drug test, and DOT physical.

Responsabilidades

• Safely operate commercial vehicles while delivering customer and company equipment.
• Perform vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Assist in loading/unloading crane equipment and setup/tear down.
• Perform vehicle inspections per FMCSA requirements.
• Maintain trucks, trailers, and cranes daily.
• Report hours for maintenance and operations.
• Demonstrate professional conduct with customers.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules

Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment

Excellent communication skills

Strong customer focus

Teamwork skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED preferred

Completion of ninth grade required

Herramientas

Class A/B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Under general supervision, safely operates commercial vehicles while delivering customer and company equipment. The driver will be responsible for performing vehicle inspections to ensure its safe operation in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Drivers will assist in loading and unloading crane equipment from trailers, as well as assisting in the setup and tear down of cranes once it is on site. Also, drivers may be required to work long hours and be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Benefits

Benefits include insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life), paid time off, paid holidays, and Employer contribution to 401(k).

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates commercial trucks safely by maneuvering, navigating, and driving vehicles or mechanical equipment safely and can include forklifts and passenger vehicles.
• Adheres strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and state laws to ensure compliance.
• Inspects equipment that includes structures and/or materials, finds causes and errors, along with other problems or defects.
• Performs physical activities that require the use of arms and legs such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• May serve as a rigger, signalman, or crane setup assistant as needed.
• Responsible for tracking and reporting hours for routine maintenance.
• Maintains trucks, trailers, and cranes each day by fueling up, cleaning out, and washing to be ready for the next day.
• Demonstrate professional conduct while having direct contact with all customers—paying, public, and company employees.
• Performs related assignments as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules, regulations, and the precautions necessary to prevent accidents. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; willingness to perform routine and heavy manual work for an extended period under difficult weather conditions; ability to lift and carry heavy equipment; good physical condition. Must be highly motivated and able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure effectively. Demonstrates strong customer focus skills, effective documentation, team work, and communication skills. Excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills.

Education, Training, and Experience

Completion of ninth grade required. High school diploma or GED preferred. Must be at least 18 years old with two years of verifiable recent experience driving a Class A commercial vehicle, possesses a current Class A/B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), an acceptable moving violations record, and a current Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform in the position may be considered.

Special Requirements

• Position requires the passing of a road test
• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, and airborne particles with a moderate noise level.
• Wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to function at a high level as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a background check, drug test, and DOT physical.