SAN Class A Driver

MAT Express; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MAT Express is seeking qualified truck drivers to deliver goods from our San Diego operation. This role requires a valid California Class A license, current medical card, and experience in freight transport.

Endorsements and security clearances may enhance starting pay and opportunities. Responsibilities include safe loading/unloading, maintaining logs, following DOT rules, and communicating with dispatch to meet delivery schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A license and current medical card.
• Experience transporting and handling freight.
• Current 10 Year DMV printout.
• Hazardous Materials endorsement required.
• TWIC preferred.
• DBIDS preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer combinations to deliver product to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and coordinate respectfully with dispatchers.
• Obey and follow all applicable traffic laws.
• Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance within vehicle.
• Maintain drive log in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure mechanical issues with vehicle are noted and corrected before driving.
• Meet delivery schedules.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations.
• Report defect, accidents, and violations.
• Perform basic daily maintenance of truck (i.e, refueling, cleaning, etc.).
• Load and unload trucks with forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports.
• Record cargo deliveries.
• Verify loads for accuracy.

Skills

Reading English

Basic math

DOT regulations

English comprehension

Job description

GENERAL INFORMATION

Compensation: Starting at $28.00 hourly. Applicants with TWIC, HAZMAT, or DBIDS endorsements may receive higher starting pay.

Job Status: Full-time.

Schedule: Train and work from MAT SAN (3495 Kurtz Street, San Diego, CA 92110). Home daily.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive tractor-trailer combinations to deliver product to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and coordinate respectfully with dispatchers.
• Obey and follow all applicable traffic laws.
• Secure cargo and properly arrange and balance within vehicle.
• Maintain drive log in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure mechanical issues with vehicle are noted and corrected before driving.
• Meet delivery schedules.
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations.
• Report defect, accidents, and violations.
• Perform basic daily maintenance of truck (i.e, refueling, cleaning, etc.).
• Load and unload tucks with forklifts and/or pallet jacks.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports.
• Record cargo deliveries.
• Verify loads for accuracy.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Class A license and current medical card.
• Experience transporting and handling freight.
• Route delivery experience and familiarity with Los Angeles County preferred.
• Current 10 Year DMV printout.
• Ability to pass Security Threat Assessment (TSA) background check.
• Hazardous Materials endorsement required.
• TWIC preferred.
• DBIDS preferred.
• Ability to read and comprened instructions in English.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.

• Ability to pass Security Threat Assessment (TSA) background check