Driver CDL I - Spring Hill, TN

Phoenix Metals Company; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a commercial driver to operate heavy trucks delivering and picking up merchandise regionally. This full-time role offers a competitive annual compensation of $80,600 and requires a valid CDL and road test.

You will perform daily vehicle inspections, log activities with FMCSA compliant devices, read bills of lading, and safely load/unload cargo while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 2 years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• Valid CDL per assigned vehicle type required.
• Road test completion required.
• Meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Meet all driver qualification requirements per 49 CFR part 391.
• No drug violations in the past 5 years; SAP program proof for older violations.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations for commercial vehicle operations.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions for work.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills for calculations.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with supervisors and customers.
• Ability to make sound decisions using knowledge and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles over 26,001 lbs to deliver or pick up merchandise regionally.
• Drive safely and perform safety-related activities on larger trucks.
• Secure cargo and follow safety procedures for transport.
• Maneuver trucks into loading/unloading positions safely.
• Load and unload vehicles as required.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
• Record inspection details on DVIR as required by FMCSA.
• Log daily activities using an electronic logging device (ELD).
• Report traffic incidents, accidents, violations or vehicle damage.
• Read bills of lading and manifests to confirm assignment details.
• Ensure all load paperwork is complete; obtain receipts or signatures when required.
• Adhere to safety processes and protocols at all times.

Skills

CDL Experience

Commercial Driving

Safety Awareness

Vehicle Inspection

Map Reading / Navigation

ELD Knowledge

FMCSA Knowledge

Defensive Driving

Documentation & Paperwork

Decision Making

Team/Co-worker Relations

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

Home every day - Monday-Friday work week.Dispatch times between 12am - 6sm daily. Shuttle routes as well as multi-stop routes.Flatbed experience preferred, but not required. This position involves operating Conestoga trailers. Annual compensation is $80,600, with potential for additional earnings.This job is in the Delivery family (Department), which includes positions the duties of which are to administer, supervise, or perform work involving the planning, directing, or operating of transportation equipment and service, including positions involving responsibility for driving, loading, and coordinating delivery.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Job Function

• Responsible for operating commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,001 lbs. to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment to assigned regional and/or local destination and/or customers in a timely fashion.
• May be responsible for driving (regularly or periodically) and performing other safety-affecting activities on motor vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or less in transportation on public highways in interstate or foreign commerce, excluding passenger or hazardous materials transportation vehicles.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods including securement of cargo for transport (may include use of tarps).
• Safely maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Loads and unloads vehicles as required.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections (as defined by the FMCSA) to ensure that the trucks are roadworthy and that safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Records any inspection information or list of defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
• Uses an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
• Reports traffic incidents, including, traffic accidents and violations, or damage to the vehicles to supervisory staff.
• Reads bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
• Checks all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate and obtains receipts or signatures for delivered goods or collects payment for services when required.
• Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols.

Required Skills

• 2 years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) per assigned vehicle type required.
• Successful completion of a road test required.
• Ability to meet company insurability standards required.
• Ability to meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Ability to meet all driver qualification requirements per Federal regulations (per 49 CFR part 391) required.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• No drug violations during the previous 5 years and proof of completion of a certified SAP program for violations over 5 years old required.
• Basic knowledge of laws and government regulations and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.

EEO Statement

EEO StatementReliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN