Local Class A Truck Driver / Home Daily

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

PTO

Holiday pay after 90 days

Cell phone stipend

Home nightly

Job summary

Oak Harbor Freight Lines seeks a CDL Class A Truck Driver/ P&D in Washington state for local pickups and deliveries. You will handle freight with care, document shipments, and provide excellent customer service within the Oak Harbor network.

Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, at least one year of verifiable driving, DOT medical certification, and a clean driving record. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with verifiable driving experience.
• DOT medical certification up to date.
• Clean driving record with no DUI in 3 years.
• Ability to communicate with customers and dispatchers.
• Basic English reading/writing/verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and move freight safely using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Record shipment counts and conditions to minimize cargo claims.
• Deliver to multiple customers with high levels of service.
• Maintain electronic records and delivery paperwork.
• Follow loading, unloading, and hazardous material handling instructions.
• Make reliable decisions to maximize efficiency while meeting customer expectations.
• Travel to nearby terminals as needed and work varying shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Customer service

Safety-first

English proficiency

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

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