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About the Role

Operate all types of equipment to perform safety functions, including manual transmission and tire chaining. Drive in all terrains and conditions. Safely operate a tractor/trailer for freight transportation in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Maintain records, ensure cargo security, and conduct inspections. May utilize in-cab technology, drive different schedules, and work the dock. Provide excellent customer service and assist with loading/unloading. Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

Operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including operating manual transmission and chaining tires.
Drive in all types of terrain, routes, and environmental conditions.
Safely operate a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and FMCSA regulations.
Adhere to all FMCSA requirements for Commercial Driver’s License holders.
Maintain records required for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
Ensure security of equipment and cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer.
Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers, and inspect vehicles during trips to identify problems.
Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
Verify unit numbers versus paperwork and report discrepancies to supervision.
Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs.
Drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
Run over-the-road on occasion, as approved by Safety and dictated by business needs.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
Assist with dock work, including loading/unloading freight.
Assist with customer site loading/unloading freight.
Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience that provides an equivalent background.
21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations.
1 year driving experience required.
Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Reside within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment.
HazMat, Tanker, and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirement may apply).
Able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that conforms to FMCSA requirements.
Stable employment history preferred.
Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle).
Able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
Physical activities include: standing, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder, etc.
Capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers, which involves cranking landing gear and pulling a 5th wheel pin requiring approximately 65 lbs. of pressure, and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
Able to provide an acceptable MVR.
Familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
Pass a FMCSA required medical exam.
Pass a road test.
Able to meet the FMCSA’s requirements to speak and read English.
Able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job.
Able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain, including mountains, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, and tunnels.
Able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, and hot weather.
Able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including chaining tires and driving manual transmission vehicles.
Able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
Able to interact well with others.
Able to work independently or in a team setting.
Capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities.
Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations/procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions with high comprehension and concentration to meet deadlines.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests.
Subject to a criminal history background check.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Skills

Operating manual transmission
Chaining tires
Driving in all types of terrain
Tractor-trailer operation
Hazardous materials transportation
Pre-trip inspections
Post-trip inspections
Electronic logs
Forklift operation
Pallet jack operation
Hand truck operation
Customer service

Location

Reside within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

1 year driving experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

About the Company

The information in this application may be used and prior employers will be contacted for the purpose of investigating the applicant's safety and performance history information as required by 391.23 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
If your employment in the preceding three years has been regulated by the Department of Transportation, you have the following rights: the right to review information provided by previous employers; the right to have errors in the information corrected by the previous employer and for that employer to re-send the corrected information to Estes Express Lines; and the right to have a rebuttal statement attached to the alleged erroneous information, if the previous employer and the driver cannot agree on the accuracy of the information.
If you wish to review the previous employer-provided investigative information, you must submit a written request to Estes Express Lines no later than 30 days after being employed or being notified of denial of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Race, Color, Ethnicity, Religion, Age, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Disability, Marital or Veteran Status, Place of National Origin and Other Categories protected by law are not factors in employment, promotion, compensation or working conditions.