Linehaul Driver

Job Overview

Team drivers needed for run from Dallas, TX to Edmonton, Alberta Canada. $0.90 per mile (split) plus $0.06 per mile quarterly safety bonus (split). 4600 miles per week.

Drives tractor and trailer combination or straight truck to transport cargo freight. May pick-up, load, unload, and deliver cargo freight.

• Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations. Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skill in maneuvering the vehicle at varying speeds and in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading/unloading dock areas. Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions.
• Loads and unloads trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight‑handling equipment. Ensures that the load is secure by using a variety of cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools. May perform lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of freight.
• Hooks and unhooks trailers from tractor or from converter dollies.
• Inspects tractor or truck for defects before, during and after trips and submits reports indicating truck or tractor condition. Notes condition of various equipment items such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water. Installs and removes tire chains as required by weather conditions.
• Ensures that all shipping documents (manifest, bills of lading, delivery receipts, hazardous material placarding, etc.) required to move the shipment are available and complete.
• Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures; complies with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Maintains records as required, including driver’s logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports. Reports any and all safety hazards. Reports accidents (vehicular and/or cargo) or on‑job injury immediately to the on‑duty supervisor.
• Dependable and consistent attendance required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made