Truck Driver - Dorset

Cable Services Group; Dorset Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cable Services Group is seeking a dependable Truck Driver for a part-time/on-call role serving the Dorset area and traveling to job sites across the Northeast. Expect extended periods away from home, with occasional local assignments.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record, be comfortable with long drives, and able to handle inventory with accuracy while maintaining safety and compliance at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record.
• Background check and drug test required.
• Experience operating commercial vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain assigned delivery vehicle.
• Pull loads exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is attached securely.
• Transport inventory and equipment to destinations.
• Record schedules, deliveries, and mileage.
• Maintain driving logs and comply with DOT rules.
• Follow weather and road condition safety procedures.
• Report maintenance or delivery issues to management.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

GPS routing

Logs and documentation

Safety and compliance

Dependable attendance

Manual lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

We're looking for a Truck Driver to join our crew. We are searching the area of Dorset for our next potential Truck Driver. This is a traveling position; our crews work job sites throughout the Northeast, and candidates should expect to be away from home for extended stretches, including multiple nights during the week. Any local or nearby assignments should be considered the exception rather than the rule.

Summary/Objective

We are looking for an experienced and dependable candidate to work as a part-time/on-call driver. The driver will be responsible for safely and efficiently driving a large commercial vehicle to deliver inventory and equipment. All safety regulations and standards regarding size, weight, and break periods must be followed. The ideal candidate would already have their Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The driver will also be responsible for receiving cargo, parking in appropriate docks, tracking mileage, and documenting schedules, inventory delivery confirmation, and manifests. Qualified candidates will be disciplined, dependable, and resourceful, making safety a priority at all times.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive the assigned delivery vehicle and maintain it
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit to prevent breakage or damage
• Transport inventory and equipment from the place of origin to assigned destination
• Pick up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs; track and report working hours
• Adhere to company, ICC, and DOT rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Notify manager of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled at driving large vehicles and comfortable maneuvering and parking
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems and have an innate sense of direction
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Ability to follow simple verbal and written directions
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable with work attendance.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

• Must have a valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record
• Must pass a background check and drug test

Preferred Education and Experience

Previous experience operating commercial vehicles.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to travel out of town with occasional overnight stays to assigned projects
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on an occasional basis

Physical Demands

This position typically requires balancing, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, hearing, and talking.

Working Conditions

The employee will be exposed to varying weather conditions as they will be driving in all types of conditions.

Travel

This position may require travel, which could include traveling to projects in different cities and overnight stays.

Requirements

Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.