Final Mile Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a Final Mile Driver to pick up, transport and deliver freight locally in a non CDL-A vehicle. You will load and unload shipments, inspect the vehicle, and ensure all required paperwork accompanies each shipment. You must pass a background and drug test and maintain a valid license with a good MVR.

First shift is available, with hourly pay in the $31.35–$34.50 range depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Able to pass a background check and drug test.
• Have a valid Driver's License with a good MVR.
• At least 6 months of driving experience.
• Willing to enter Driver Trainee Program after one year.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, transport and deliver freight locally in a non CDL-A vehicle.
• Load and unload shipments with or without assistance.
• Inspect vehicle for defects and report condition at trip end.
• Ensure shipping papers and paperwork accompany shipments for inspection.
• Check for hazardous materials and confirm paperwork is complete.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle inspection

Paperwork handling

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As a Final Mile Driver, you will pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally, not to include hazardous materials, in a non CDL-A vehicle.

Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of freight from origin to destination. Load and unload shipments, either individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment. Perform frequent lifting, pulling and carrying of freight. Inspects vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report on the condition of the vehicle at the end of each trip. Check shipping papers to determine the nature of load to ensure hazardous materials are not present. Ensure all shipping documentation (e.g. manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, etc.) required to move with shipments is available for inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompany shipment when delivered. Properly handle and complete all necessary paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.

For this role, you must:

• be at least 21 years old;
• have a High School Diploma or GED;
• have the ability to satisfactorily pass background check and alcohol and drug test;
• have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR);
• have at least 6 months of driving experience, to include a personal motor vehicle;
• be willing to enter southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program after successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role.

We would prefer you to have previous experience including Pallet Jack, Load & unload, Box Truck, Delivery Driver, or CDL B. Pay: $31.35-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

First Shift

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