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

Penske Truck Rental; Maruleng Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A global transportation provider is looking for a qualified Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver) in South Africa, Limpopo. This part-time position involves vehicle delivery, ensuring safety procedures, and customer service. Ideal candidates will have a valid Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and some driving experience. This flexible job is perfect for those seeking supplemental income, working 0 to 25 hours a week. The role is essential for maintaining high safety standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2 years of driving experience required.
• 2 years of a clean DMV motor vehicle record required.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions is required.
• Ability to work independently and customer service skills are required.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.

Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate safety procedures while driving trucks.
• Check vehicles for mechanical and safety issues.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods.
• Report vehicle defects and accidents.
• Assist service department with parts delivery as needed.

Skills

Clean DMV motor vehicle record

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read and follow instructions

Positive attitude

Education

Valid Class A CDL

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 A drivers seeking supplemental income and looking to work anywhere from 0 to 25 hours a week based on business needs.

Shift

1st Shift. Mon - Thurs 8am - 3pm.

Attention: For this specific position we must have a Class A CDL Driver.

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 A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence.
• 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 travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

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.

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: 2120 S Garrison Ave

Primary Location: US-MO-Carthage

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

Req ID: 2513220