Linehaul Driver

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

401k with company match

Life insurance

Long Term Disability

Dependent Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Wellness programs

Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Weekly direct payroll deposits

Safety and Performance Rewards Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. seeks experienced Linehaul Drivers to operate cargo between terminals in a full-time role based in Knoxville, TN.

The position emphasizes safe, legal driving and compliance with federal and state regulations while maintaining excellent relations with customers and the public. Candidates should hold a Class A Interstate CDL with HazMat and double/triple endorsements, be 21 or older, and have at least one year of driving experience.

Qualifications

• Requires safe operation of commercial vehicles and adherence to regulations.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relations with the public.
• Flexible hours and ability to be forklift certified if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles.
• Check shipping papers to ensure load compliance with regulations.
• Maintain records for state and federal regulatory compliance.
• Drive to destinations per federal regulations.
• Ensure shipping documents are available for inspection.
• Hook and unhook trailers; manage landing gear as needed.
• Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition.
• Fuel trucks and tractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

Compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international services. With directly operated facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and Puerto Rico and partners carriers with coverage into Canada, Mexico and across the globe, AAA Cooper Transportation can service nearly all transportation needs.

AAA Cooper Linehaul Drivers are responsible for moving freight between terminals. As a full-time AAA Cooper Transportation employee, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Company Health Savings Account contributions

• 401k with company match

• Company paid life insurance

• Long Term Disability

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Wellness programs

• Paid Holidays

• Paid vacation

• Uniforms

• Weekly direct payroll deposits

• Safety and Performance Rewards Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program

Job Responsibilities

• Perform safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles.

• Check shipping papers to determine if the load complies with all required regulations.

• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Develop and maintain professional and effective relations between our company and the public.

• Drive truck to the required destination in accordance with federal regulations.

• Ensure that all shipping documentation required to move with shipments is available for inspection.

• Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear.

• Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper.

• Fuel trucks and tractors.

• Perform all other work related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: - , General Benefits:

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 21 years or older

• Class A Interstate Commercial Drivers' License with hazardous materials and double/triple endorsements

• Pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical

• Satisfactory background check

• One year driving experience required.

• Pass ACT road test

• Flexible hours

• Have the ability to be certified as a forklift operator

• Be familiar with proper procedures for handling hazardous materials.

• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations that govern a safe work environment.

Category: Service Center Linehaul Driver