Truck Driver Hydra Transport

Patriot Rail Company; McClellan Place (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Job summary

Patriot Rail Company is seeking a local Class A Driver to cover Northern and Central California. You will be responsible for safe, on-time deliveries, route planning with dispatch, and accurate paperwork.

This role requires 3 years of driving with 3-axle trucks and 53' trailers, and a clean driving record. We offer competitive pay ($275-$400 per day), a Monday–Friday schedule with some Saturdays, ELD compliance, and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and a 401K with 4% match after

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years driving experience with 3-axle trucks and 53' trailers.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver goods and complete required paperwork.
• Plan routes with dispatch to meet schedules.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and logs.

Skills

Safe driving

Local route planning

ELD/e-log proficiency

Tools

Electronic tablets

Job description

We are currently searching for a local, dedicated Class A Driver to deliver in the Northern CA and Central CA area. Drivers are averaging between $275-$400 per day. The work week is Monday through Friday with some Saturdays. You must have a minimum of 3 Years driving experience with 3 axle trucks, 53' trailers required and must have a clean driving record. Our fleet is newer and well maintained. We are ELD Compliant and use electronic tablets for logs and communication. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K with 4% match after probation period.

PAY: Hourly plus Load Pay - typically averages $275-$400 per day

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the safe and timely delivery of goods to our customers. Tasked with safely driving and maintaining assigned trucks and loads as well as completing and turning in required paperwork and reports timely. Works closely with our management and dispatching team to effectively and efficiently plan routes, track deliveries and paperwork, maintain equipment and schedule, and comply with all regulatory and company requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Qualified Applicant must have at least 2 years of driving experience without any accidents.
• Dedicated Local Driver
• Applicant must have Van experience
• Must have a clean driver's record.
• Must be able to work variable hours Monday through Friday.
• Must not have any lifting or movement restrictions.
• Must be of Professional mindset and demeanor.
• Must have minimal computer skills, exp with electronic logs preferred.
• Must have knowledge of Equipment and Driver safety regulations.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with the Dispatch office personnel.
• Drivers must be available to Monday through Friday at variable hours.
• Occasional weekend work
• Drivers are always required to follow the direction of Dispatch personnel at all times.
• Drivers are required to accept loads dispatched to them and be able to communicate and document all requirements of load.
• Drivers are required to operate E logs that are provided by Hydra Transport.
• Drivers are required to operate equipment safely, report any equipment defects and without incident.
• Drivers are required to make sure loads are secure and safe before commencing trip.
• Drivers are compensated by the load. Load pay is calculated by total hours it would take to handle the load start to finish including breaks, pre trips, fueling and loading and unloading. Excess hours are reviewed and compensated upon facts of situation.
• Complete pre-trip inspection report (or VCR)
• Follow all Federal, State, and local D.O.T regulations.
• Follow all posted speed limits.
• Ensure company Tablets are turned on and are operational.
• Ensure timely pickups for scheduled customers.
• Ensure truck is locked when not in use.
• Post trip inspection reports at end of shift
• Complete and sign E logs at end of shift,
• Complete daily housekeeping, cleaning and trash removal from cab of truck at the end of every shift
• Check in with dispatcher prior to leaving for the day
• Meet delivery schedules
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Input "macros" into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations