CDL A Lead Driver

Job Title

CDL A Lead Driver

Operations

Service Center Manager

6:30 AM-4:30 PM

Are you a skilled and dedicated CDL driver looking for a new opportunity? Cross Country Freight Solutions is looking for experienced Class A drivers to join our team. The CDL A Lead position operates a company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. This position unloads, sorts, palletizes, and reloads a wide variety of freight, manually or with the aid of a mechanical device.

The CDL A Lead will also complete all paperwork required by government regulations and company procedures and policies, along with supervising the timely pick‑up and delivery of undamaged freight in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws.

• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections
• Deliver and/or pick up freight to/from customer locations and/or a terminal as instructed by dispatch or the immediate supervisor
• Ensure all shipping documentation is available for DOT inspection and appropriate paperwork accompanies the shipment to the delivery point
• Load and/or unload a wide variety of freight onto and off a company motor vehicle, at customer locations and at the terminal, with or without mechanical assistance depending on the size of freight
• Perform light administrative work including creating manifests, printing paperwork, Safety Talks, customer pick‑ups, scanning manifests, and communicating on OS&D issues

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• One year of commercial driving experience
• No DUI’s or DWI’s in the past 3 years
• No more than 3 traffic violations in the past 3 years
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain them (renewals reimbursable)

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight or pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet
• Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate fifth wheel release levers, lock and release pintle‑hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, and fuel and check oil or coolant levels of vehicles

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Uniform Incentive
• Paid Holidays (after 30 days of service as a full‑time employee)
• Paid Personal Time‑Off
• Regular part‑time employees are eligible for these benefits as well

Cross Country Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, and Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on‑time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States.