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About the Role
The Driver I will operate a commercial small truck or van (under 26,000 lbs.) to make safe and efficient deliveries and pickups. Drivers are responsible for safely and accurately delivering and picking up cargo, maintaining accurate driving logs, and inspecting and maintaining company trucks.
Responsibilities
- Drive truck to and from specified destinations safely and follow all state, local laws, and DOT regulations.
- Focus on safety and compliance including real-time reporting of accidents or incidents, monitoring road conditions, and following traffic laws.
- Handle general fleet maintenance including fueling, cleaning, truck inspection before and after trips, and reporting maintenance needs.
- Prepare receipts for loads or bills of lading.
- Maintain driver hours of service using electronic logs and ensure rest periods according to regulations.
- Maintain and ensure compliance with DOT and other applicable regulations.
- Provide timely communication with supervisor regarding daily route status, including completed stops, breaks, and before clocking out.
- Ensure timeliness of client delivery by anticipating challenges and ensuring timely departure.
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies. Verify and obtain signatures on freight paperwork.
- Perform emergency roadside repairs and secure cargo during transit.
- May load and unload truck when not driving.
- May operate a forklift or pallet jack when not driving.
- Destination may be either Short Haul or Long Haul.
- Maintain a clean work environment and follow safety policies.
- Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned as business demands deem necessary.
Requirements
- Reading and writing English.
- Knowledge of airport codes, destinations, and basic geography.
- Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Actively participates in safety policies, activities, and implementations.
- Maintain a current Medical Card.
- Have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Record).
- Must be a TSA-certified truck driver and obtain a STA number upon employment.
- Must be able to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam and road test.
- No more than three (3) moving violations in the past 36 months (or combination of two (2) moving violations previous 12 months).
- No preventable accidents involving a fatality, bodily injuries treated away from the scene, or disabling damage to a motor vehicle within three years.
Skills
- Driving
- Fleet Maintenance
- DOT Regulations Compliance
- Electronic Logging
- Cargo Securing
- Forklift Operation (potential)
- Pallet Jack Operation (potential)
Location
- United States
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (implied)
Benefits
- Medical
- Prescription
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Health Insurance
- Employee Support Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Vacation (10-20 days depending on tenure)
- Personal Days (2)
- Sick Days (5)
- Volunteer Hours (5)
- Company Holidays (6)
- Veterans Day (for Veterans)
About the Company
- Spur Freight provides transportation services across the United States.
- We operate a fleet of vehicles to provide ground distribution backed by a core carrier network for regional support from coast-to-coast.
- Spur Freight provides best in class asset-based truckload services throughout the United States including cross-border routes.
- Our team is committed to helping our customers achieve their business goals.
- Spur Freight is committed to service excellence – and that starts with our team of experts who work to move your business forward.
- Knowledgeable transportation specialists understand ground distribution with special attention to truckload services and warehousing.
Equal Opportunity
- Spur Freight Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled.
- If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.