Yard Driver

LTI, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability

AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible spending accounts

96 hours PTO per year

6 paid holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

LTI, Inc. is a long-standing transportation provider in the Pacific Northwest seeking skilled drivers. The role requires a Class A CDL with tanker and doubles endorsements, a valid medical card, and related certifications. The position supports safe, efficient hauling of liquid and dry bulk goods with a focus on on-time performance.

You will work in a safety-sensitive environment with competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with tanker and doubles endorsements and a valid medical card.
• ICC Physical Certification is required to operate safety systems.
• Milk Handlers License is preferred for the dairy-related routes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate equipment assignments with dispatch to meet on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Track and record daily tasks and yard inventory.
• Assist in vehicle maintenance and coordinate with shops for repairs when needed.
• Support safety, compliance and reporting as required by the company.

Skills

Safety-minded

Team player

Good communication

Education

Class A CDL with tanker and doubles endorsements

Valid medical card

ICC Physical Certification

Milk Handlers License (preferred)

Job description

----- Up to $25.87 / hour -----

LTI, Inc. is looking for individuals who possess a positive attitude and who are customer driven to join our team! At LTI, Inc. we specialize in the transport of liquid- and dry-bulk commodities in the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. For over 70 years, we have proudly served our customers transportation requirements and the needs of our employees. This is a safety sensitive position.

Why Work for LTI, Inc.

• Compensation: $23.3 - $25.87/ hour + Safe Driving Bonus/Performance Incentive
• Benefits: Employees (and their families) may opt in to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Long Term Disability Coverage, AD&D Insurance, and Employee Assistance Programs + flexible spending arrangements.
• Paid Time Off/Extended Leave: Start with 96 hours of paid time off a year + additional paid extended leave, days increase with years of service.
• Holidays: 6 paid Holidays a year
• Retirement Plan:50% of the first 6% contributed matched + an additional 3% of your compensation regardless of your participation following one year of service.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a class A CDL with tanker and doubles endorsements and a valid medical card. Valid ICC Physical Certification. State issued Milk Handlers License (preferred).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Coordinate equipment assignments with daily dispatch, considering specific plant requirements, and current as well as future equipment needs with regard to on time pick-ups and deliveries.
• Track and record daily tasks.
• Track and record Yard Inventory.
• Couple departing equipment to respective trailers, then perform a walk-around inspection.
• Take equipment to shop for repairs, or assign replacement equipment with direction from dispatch when necessary.
• Inform dispatch and Sunnyside Dispatch of anything that may cause delays or otherwise prohibit the success of the daily dispatch plan.
• Couple and spot equipment at local loading facilities. Couple and spot equipment for exterior wash. Couple and spot equipment for maintenance. Assist in coupling and spotting trailers for the interior wash crew.
• Assist in the rescue of drivers that have hours of service issues. Assist in the movement of equipment to outside repair shops.
• Complies with all company health, safety and environmental policies, including use of protective equipment and Fit for Work.
• Assist with yard maintenance when necessary.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Our Story

LTI, Inc. is part of the Lynden family of companies® that provides transportation and logistics solutions in Alaska, Canada, the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, and around the world. Extensive multi-modal capabilities allow customers to optimize time and money by shipping via air, land or sea, or in any combination.At Lynden we provide innovating solutions to complex transportation problems.Milky Way,a division of LTI, Inc., entered the milk-hauling business in 1948. By the 1970s, Milky Way was the largest motor carrier of bulk fluid milk within the state of Washington and, today, it remains the premier hauler for the dairy industry throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Other

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background and pre-employment drug screen, including marijuana where permitted by law. Random drug testing is required for all LTI, Inc. employees, including marijuana from safety sensitive positions.

LTI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or national origin.Veterans and Minorities are encouraged to apply.