Yard Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics

Penske Truck Leasing; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Detroit is seeking a full-time Class A Yard Driver. The role offers $25 per hour, overtime after 40 hours, and a Monday through Friday schedule with daily home time. Candidates must have a valid CDL Class A license and relevant driving experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes vacation, health care, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Generous retirement benefits

Excellent health care coverage

Employee discount benefit program

Driver referral bonus up to $5,000

Qualifications

• 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and operate a motor vehicle safely.
• 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers in and out of dock as directed by management.
• Couple and uncouple trailers.
• Chock trailers and pull from doors.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Attention to detail

English language proficiency

Education

Valid CDL Class A license

Non-excepted interstate DOT medical card

Job description

Overview

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A Yard Drivers $25 per hour. Overtime after 40 hours. Monday through Friday. Home daily.

You will drive late model Penske Truck Leasing trucks with best-in-class specs designed for comfort and safety, equipped with in-cab cameras to help ensure safety for all.

What you will do: Move trailers in and out of dock as directed by management; couple and uncouple trailers; chock trailers as they are spotted for loading and unloading and pulling from doors.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers in and out of dock as directed by management
• Couple and uncouple trailers
• Chock trailers as they are spotted for loading and unloading and pulling from doors

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 10 am start time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Paid vacation and holidays day 1
• Generous retirement benefits
• Excellent health care coverage—medical, dental, and vision
• Short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance
• Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear
• Employee discount benefit program
• Driver referral bonus program up to $5,000 per referral
• Safety incentive program
• Premier Driver Recognition Program

About Penske

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies.

With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A license required
• Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required
• 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the past 5 years
• 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents
• Follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• English language proficiency is required to comply with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2))
• Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (including past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening

Physical & Safety Requirements

• DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role requiring alertness and safe work practices
• Ability to accept responsibility for one’s own safety and the safety of others
• Vision: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception; ability to adjust focus
• Physical demands: move frequently, stand, walk, sit; use hands to touch, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) regularly and up to 100 lbs (45 kg) occasionally
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely enter/exit the vehicle and rear cargo area

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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