Transportation - Driver, Local CDL-B OT40 Z5

Schedule: 2nd Shift - Monday to Friday from 1:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Compensation:
Base Hourly Wage or Compensation Range: $26.02 per hour/annuallyIncentive eligible: (Yes/No)
Position Overview
The Class B CDL Local Driver oversees the local delivery process. Responsibilities include safely operating commercial vehicles, conducting required inspections, and providing timely delivery. This role integrates with warehouse operations, requiring hands-on support for freight loading, staging, and unloading using equipment such as a manual pallet jack, and direct transfer of goods at the customer destination.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Driving & Delivery● Operate a Class B commercial vehicle (e.g., box truck, straight truck) to deliver goods to local customers.● Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with DOT regulations.● Secure loads effectively using straps, bolsters, or locks to prevent damage during transit.● Maintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation (BOLs, invoices, and signatures).
Warehouse Operations● Assist in loading and unloading trucks using pallet jacks and/or manual lifting.● Transfer the items from the pallet onto carts for the client and maintain a clean, safe working environment.● Perform picking and packing duties accurately based on outgoing orders.● Assist with inbound receiving processes, including unloading and staging incoming freight.● Conduct quality checks and inspections of goods to ensure quantity and condition match documentation.● Collaborate with the warehouse team to perform various operational tasks as needed to maintain workflow.
General Responsibilities● Facility & Vehicle Maintenance● Maintain a clean and organized dock area, ensuring it is free of debris and hazards to prioritize safety.● Responsible for the routine cleaning and interior upkeep of the assigned commercial vehicle to ensure professional standards and cargo safety.● Provide professional customer service to external and internal partners, including at delivery points, acting as the "face of the company."● Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
● A valid Class B CDL Drivers License is required.● A minimum of 36 months experience working in a full-time Class B driving position in the previous 5 years.● No more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.● No serious traffic violations or convictions while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.● No clearinghouse violations in the last 5 years.● Knowledge of all applicable DOT Regulations and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.● Ability to satisfy FMSCA/DOT requirements including a clean drug and alcohol screen and a passing DOT physical.● High level of reliability and commitment to the role.
● Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate interactions professionally.● Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public and respond to official inquiries to drivers.● Must meet minimum age and insurability requirements (21 years of age or older) in accordance with company insurance policies and/or federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operation.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the physical ability to:
● Safely operate a commercial motor vehicle for extended periods● Climb in and out of trucks, trailers, and loading docks multiple times per shift● Lift, pull, push, or carry up to 75 pounds as needed for loading/unloading● Sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed● Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours, depending on shift)● Reach with hands and arms overhead and below waist level● Occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance● Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate vehicle controls● Enter and exit the vehicle’s cab multiple times per shift (truck seats are generally 5-6’ off the ground; requires climbing 2-3 steps outside the cab and 1 step inside the cab before seating)● Sit for extended periods while driving (up to 11 hours per day in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations)● Pass and maintain DOT medical certification, including vision, hearing, and physical fitness standards● Participate in DOT and Company required alcohol and controlled substance testing program● Work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
Work Environment
This position primarily operates in and around commercial vehicles, including long periods spent driving on public roads,highways, and at customer or vendor locations. The employee may be exposed to:
● All types of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)● Varying traffic conditions, road hazards, and driving stressors● Warehouse and loading dock environments, depending on delivery requirements● Noise, vibration, and fumes from truck engines and other vehicles● Dust, odors, and airborne particles● Occasional work in tight or enclosed spaces, including loading bays or truck cabs
Drivers are expected to maintain alertness and focus for extended periods and may spend the majority of the shift alone in the vehicle. This role involves operating vehicles that are equipped with in-cab cameras, which may include both inward and outward facing video recording. These systems are used for safety monitoring, training, and compliance purposes, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
Location/Remote Eligibility
This is a local driving position with daily routes originating from a local facility. Drivers return home each day.
Schedule
Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.