Combo Driver

Responsibilities

• Operate all types of equipment to perform safety functions such as operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc.; skilled and qualified to drive in all terrain, routes, and environmental conditions.
• Safely operate a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with company, federal, state, and local laws regarding run times and FMCSA regulations.
• Adhere to all FMCSA requirements for holders of a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Maintain required records in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
• Secure equipment and cargo.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer prior to and after each trip.
• Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers, and conduct inspections of vehicle before and during trips to identify problems.
• Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
• Verify unit numbers versus paperwork and report any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Use in-cab technology, including electronic logs, as required.
• Drive various schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
• Run over-the-road as approved by Safety and required by business needs.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers and the general public.
• Assist on local pick up and delivery routes, hub/regional runs, dock work including loading/unloading freight, and customer site loading/unloading freight.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform any other duties and tasks as assigned by operational, safety, or business needs.

• High School Diploma or GED, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent background.
• 21 years of age required (1 year driving experience required).
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Registered with 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 requirements may apply.
• Ability to drive a tractor trailer in accordance with FMCSA requirements.
• Stable employment history preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb vehicle).
• Ability 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 that involve cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pins (~65 lbs of pressure) and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and compliance with FMCSA state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules.
• Pass FMCSA required medical exam and road test.
• Meet FMCSA requirements to speak and read English.
• Lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by essential functions.
• Drive all routes and terrain types including mountains, steep roads, curvy highways, desert, bridges, tunnels, etc.
• Operate in all environmental conditions (rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc.).
• Operate all safety and operational functions of equipment (chaining tires, driving manual/automatic transmissions, etc.).
• Comply with all company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Interact well with others and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Respond well to questions; read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents (safety rules, procedures, maintenance instructions) with high comprehension and concentration.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen, random drug/alcohol tests, and subject to criminal history background check.
• Authorized to work in United States.

Frequent lifting or moving of a minimum of 70 lbs. Requires close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Tasks include standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking,…