Local Class A CDL Driver / up to $33.86 per hr

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

80 hours PTO within 11 months

Holiday pay after 90 days

Cell phone stipend

Home nightly

Job summary

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc. is hiring local Pick-up & Delivery drivers in Lewiston, ID. You will securely pick up and deliver freight near the local service area, while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining accurate paperwork.

Duties include operating equipment, inspecting shipments, and handling freight under varying weather and business conditions. Minimum 21 years old, Class A CDL, and at least one year of verifiable driving with similar equipment.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old and able to meet job requirements.
• Class A CDL with a valid DOT medical certification.
• One year of verifiable commercial driving experience with similar equipment.
• Clean driving record with no DUI, reckless driving or recent drug/alcohol issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers and dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and move freight safely and efficiently using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Record shipment counts and conditions to minimize cargo claims.
• Deliver to multiple customers while maintaining high levels of service.
• Maintain electronic records and complete delivery paperwork accurately.
• Follow loading and handling instructions and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

CDL Class A

DOT Medical Certification

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

CDL/Class A Truck Driver/ Pick-Up & Delivery

Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 110 years and counting of dedicated service across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California, we are more than just a company – we are a legacy. We are on the lookout for individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward as part of our team of local Pick-up & Delivery Drivers. Are you ready to be a part of our journey?

The P&D Driver safely picks up and delivers freight throughout the local service area while providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include operating material-handling equipment, inspecting and documenting shipments, maintaining accurate paperwork and electronic records, and safely handling freight in varying weather and business conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating equipment and moving freight in a safe and efficient manner using forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, etc.
• Responsible for noting and recording exception in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.
• Responsible for multiple deliveries to customers while providing high levels of customer service within the Oak Harbor network.
• Maintain required information throughout the use of electronic devices.
• Management of paperwork: i.e., check of accuracy and completion of delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, counting freight, accuracy of hazardous material shipments, special loading, and handling instructions.
• Responsible decision-making skills to maximize efficiency while maintaining customer expectations.
• Ability to meet the Company's reliability standard for employees; to include dependability.
• Ability to chain as needed and work in inclement weather preferred.
• Availability to work various shifts as needed to accommodate business levels.
• Ability to travel to nearby terminals.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• At least 21 years old

• Class A CDL.

• At least one year of verifiable commercial driving experience with similar equipment.
• Valid DOT Medical Certification.
• Must have a clean driving record. No DUI, reckless driving, or positive drug/alcohol screen in the last 3 years.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and dispatch/managers.
• Basic English proficiency in reading, writing and verbal communication.

Preferred but not required:

• Hazmat, Tanker, and Double/Triples endorsements, we require within 45 days of hiring
• Doubles/triples & chaining experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision – You choose which plan suits you and our family.
  • Employee pays up to 2% of gross income.
  • Employee and Family pays up to 4% of gross income.
• 401K match of 100% on the first 5% contribution.
• Accrue 80 hours of PTO within the first 11 months.
• Holiday pay after your 90 days.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Home nightly.

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Oak Harbor Freight Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer