Truck Driver - Hiker/Vehicle Transporter/CDL - Part Time

Penske; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing seeks motivated applicants for the Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) role in New York. This casual, on-call, part-time position offers 0–25 hours per week, with responsibilities including delivery and return of Penske vehicles and occasional parts delivery. Location at 427 W.

126th Street, Manhattan, NY. Required: CDL Class B, 2 years driving experience, and a clean DMV record. Class A CDL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of driving experience
• Clean DMV record for last 2 years
• Valid Class B CDL required (CDL A preferred)
• Must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in state of residence
• Able to read and follow written instructions
• Ability to work independently with a positive attitude
• DOT-regulated role requiring English proficiency and DOT compliance

Responsibilities

• Drive Penske and customer vehicles following safety procedures
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety equipment; report issues
• Obtain receipts or signatures and collect payment when required
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

2 years driving experience

Clean DMV record

CDL Class B

CDL Class A preferred

English proficiency

Independent work

Customer service

Job description

Position Summary:

Penske Truck Leasing seeks highly motivated and qualified applicants to fill the unique position of Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver). This position is responsible for vehicle delivery and returning vehicles to Penske locations and Penske customers. Primarily, this position moves our box trucks up to 26' and for CDL Class A will include tractors and trailer movement. Position may also provide assistance to the service department to deliver parts and equipment.

This is a casual/on-call part-time truck driving job that is perfect for licensed CDL Class B or CDL Class A drivers seeking supplemental income and looking to work anywhere from 0 to 25 hours a week based on business needs.

Location:

Position will be located at the Penske facility at 427 W. 126th Street in Manhattan, NY.

Major Responsibilities:

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks to destination of Penske location or customer locations
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order, report to location manager if any issues are found
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 2 years of driving experience required
• 2 years of a clean DMV motor vehicle record required
• Valid Class B CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence
• CDL Class A license preferred
• Ability to read and follow written instructions is required.
• Ability to work independently, customer service skills, organizational skills, and a positive attitude are required
• In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years. Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required.

Physical Requirements:

-The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

-While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

-The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rate: $21.00/hour

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Driver

Job Family: Drivers

Address: 427 W 126th St

Primary Location: US-NY-New York

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2611072