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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 Class B CDL Straight Truck for freight transportation, adhering to all Company, Federal, State, and Local laws, including FMCSA regulations. Maintain required records and ensure equipment and cargo security. Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues. May use in-cab technology, drive different schedules, and work the dock. Provide professional customer service and assist with loading/unloading freight.

Responsibilities

Operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions
Drive in all types of terrain, routes and environmental conditions
Safely operate a Class B CDL Straight Truck in the transportation of freight
Adhere to all FMCSA requirements for Commercial Driver’s License holders
Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations
Insure security of equipment and cargo
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions
Ensure seal or lock on trailers
Conduct inspection of vehicle before and during trips to determine problems
Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision
Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies
May be required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs
May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs
Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public
Assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight, Customer site loading/unloading freight
Regular attendance is required

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
Must be 21 years of age if going interstate
1 year driving experience required
Must possess a valid Class B or Class A Commercial Driver’s License
Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
Must reside within 75 miles of the domiciled Service Center and/or work assignment
Air brake endorsement required if equipped with air brakes
Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle)
Must be 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.
Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR
Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations
Must pass a FMCSA required medical exam
Must pass a road test
Ability to meet the FMCSA’s requirements to speak and read English
Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
Must be able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain
Must be able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions
Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment
Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
Must be able to interact well with others
Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
Must be 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
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests
Will be subject to a criminal history background check
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Skills

Operating manual transmission
Chaining tires
Driving in all types of terrain
Driving in all environmental conditions
Operating a Class B CDL Straight Truck
Freight transportation
FMCSA regulations compliance
Record maintenance
Equipment and cargo security
Pre-trip inspections
Post-trip inspections
Maintenance reporting
Using electronic logs
Loading/unloading freight
Operating a forklift
Pushing or pulling a loaded pallet jack
Pushing or pulling a hand truck
Reading
Interpreting documents
Complying with written information

Location

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

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

1 year driving experience required
Stable employment history preferred

Education Level

High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (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.