Linehaul Driver

Lynden Transport, Inc. in; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynden Transport, Inc. is seeking team drivers for a run from Dallas, TX to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The job offers $0.90 per mile (split) plus a quarterly safety bonus of $0.06 per mile (split), with an estimated 4,600 miles per week.

Drivers operate tractor-trailer combinations (or straight trucks) to transport cargo freight. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, securing loads, maintaining driver logs, and communicating with dispatchers for pickup and delivery instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A).
• Hazardous materials endorsement may be required; doubles endorsement may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor-trailer or straight truck to transport cargo as directed.
• Load and unload cargo; secure loads with straps, tarps, ropes, or chains.
• Maintain logs, reports, and vehicle inspections in compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with dispatcher and drivers on route and delivery instructions.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle operation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years tractor-trailer driving experience

Job description

Team drivers needed for run from Dallas, TX to Edmonton, Alberta Canada. $0.90 per mile (split) plus $0.06 per mile quarterly safety bonus (split). 4600 miles per week.

Drives tractor and trailer combination or straight truck to transport cargo freight. May pick-up, load, unload, and deliver cargo freight.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations. Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds and in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading/unloading dock areas. Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions.

Loads and unloads trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment. Ensures that load is secure by using a variety of cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools. May perform lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of freight.

Hooks and unhooks trailers from tractor or from converter dollies.

Inspects tractor or truck for defects before, during and after trips and submits reports indication truck or tractor condition. Notes condition of various equipment items such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water. Install and remove tire chains as required by weather conditions.

Ensures that all shipping documents (manifest, bills of lading, delivery receipts, hazardous material placarding, etc.) required to move the shipment is available and complete.

Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures; and complies with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Maintains records as required, including drivers logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports. Reports any and all safety hazards. Reports accidents (vehicular and/or cargo) or on-the-job injury immediately to the on-duty supervisor.

Dependable and consistent attendance required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to two years tractor-trailer driving experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as hazardous materials shipping regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must be able to conduct telephone communication.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must have current, valid Commercial Drivers License (class A),must be able to obtainhazardous materials endorsement and may be required to obtain a doubles endorsement.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods. Must be able to reach overhead. Must be able to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls for extended periods. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crawl, crouch, or crawl to examine equipment and cargo. Must be able to install and remove 60 pound tire chains as required by weather conditions. Must be able to push or pull freight up to 4000 pounds with the use of a pallet jack. May be required to reposition (push or pull) a 3500 pound dolly on uneven surfaces while hooking a set of trailers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee also may work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.