Final Mile Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Freight Lines is hiring a Final Mile Driver to pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally in the New Orleans area in a non CDL-A vehicle. You will load/unload shipments, inspect vehicle, and complete paperwork with shipping documents.

Pay is $31.35-$34.50 per hour and the first shift applies; training through Driver Trainee Program after one year in role. Requirements include at least 21 years old, HS diploma or GED, clean MVR, pass background/drug tests, and 6 months driving

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Clean background and drug test required.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable MVR.
• Minimum 6 months of driving experience.
• -May enter Driver Trainee Program after one year in role.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally with a non CDL-A vehicle.
• Load and unload shipments, with or without assistance.
• Inspect vehicle for defects and safety before/during/after trips.
• Complete required shipping paperwork and Vehicle Condition Report.
• Ensure proper handling of documents and paperwork with shipments.

Skills

6 months driving experience

Background check & drug test

MVR clean

HS Diploma or GED

Driver Trainee Program readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet Jack

Load & unload

Box Truck

Delivery Driver

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 Southwestern’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 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZc1A8aeshc

Working with Southwestern Freight Lines is more than just a job — it becomes a part of who you are. Family founded in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, Southwestern Freight Lines is a privately held, industry leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. Our expertise of combining quality service and award-winning logistics has led to the growth of Southwestern generating over 1.7 billion in annual revenue, with over 10 million shipments per year. This would not be possible without our esteemed team of over 8,800 professionals — the true backbone of our company. At Southwestern, we are doing much more than providing shipping services. We are pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, cherishing wisdom from the generation that brought us success, giving back to our communities, and living our culture. We prioritize serving others first, valuing each other completely, and always doing the right thing.

Southwestern Freight Lines provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.