OTR Driver - Grand Junction, CO

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Van Driver, where your role is crucial in safely transporting railroad crew members. This position offers the chance to work in a unique environment with a commitment to safety and customer service. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth, while being home every day. No prior professional driving experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a rewarding career in crew transportation. If you are dependable and eager to be part of a dedicated team, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company provided vehicles

Insurance

Paid vacation time

401(K) retirement

Safety recognition awards

On the job training

Room for growth and advancement

Home every day

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport railroad crew members to requested locations.
• Promote safety awareness and provide excellent customer service.
• Communicate effectively with the Dispatch Center.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Time Management

Communication

Education

Valid Driver's License

Medical DOT Card

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GRAND JUNCTION - GRAND JUNCTION, CO

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

CREW TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED – GRAND JUNCTION, CO

Starting Pay for drivers is$15.42/hr

Want to get your career moving in the right direction? We are seeking a self-confident, outgoing, dependable team member who wants to join our growing organization. This opportunity is great for anyone looking to work in a unique environment. Come be a part of the nation’s largest rail crew transportation company as our new Driver!

Deadline to Apply: Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

About PTI – Where the RIGHT way is the SAFE way:

Professional Transportation, Inc. has been providing crew transportation services for railroads since 1980 and has an industry reputation for providing quality, dependable, and safe crew transportation services. Much like a shuttle service, PTI receives around-the-clock requests from our railroad customers to pick up and drop off train crews. PTI dispatchers match up drivers with these trips and the drivers safely transport the crews to their destinations.

Job Summary:

As a PTI Van Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting railroad crew members wherever the railroad requests. Trip length and times vary depending on railroad customer needs. Safety is always our #1 priority and should be the main focus for our Van Drivers. No prior professional driving experience required!

Responsibilities:

• Promoting and practicing safety awareness
• Prioritize on time performance to meet customer needs
• Pick up and drop off our customers safely to their destinations
• Provide excellent customer service
• Communicate timely with our Dispatch Center
• Open and close all doors/hatches for the crew members
• Report any defects, mechanical problems, or missing items found during vehicle inspection to your supervisor
• Promote and follow all company policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties, and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Benefits of Joining PTI:

• Starting Pay for drivers is $15.42/hr*
• Company provided vehicles, insurance, maintenance, and fuel
• Multiple health insurance plan options
• Paid vacation time
• 401(K) retirement
• Safety recognition awards
• On the job training
• No heavy lifting or long-distance walking
• Room for growth and advancement within the company
• Home every day

*In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the hourly rate for this role is specific to Grand Junction, CO. The hourly rate for other branch locations may vary. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate must:

• Be at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Have a minimum of 3 years driving experience (personal or work-related)
• Must be able to pass a post offer drug screening, MVR, and homeland security background check
• Be able to arrive at the branch location within 30 minutes to ensure on-time performance is achieved
• Have a medical DOT card (or obtain one upon hire)

AAP/EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: PTI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or veteran status. PTI has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.