CDLA Truck Driver

Overview

Grey Wolf Transportation is a local carrier. Most pick-ups are completed in Elkhart county and brought to our warehouse located in Elkhart. Long hauls are approximately 2.5 hours one-way. We are able to offer a flexible schedule with staggered start and end times and even overnight hauls available. Full time position. Overtime is paid at 45 hours.

• The Tractor/Trailer Driver is responsible for safely driving product to and from customer locations as directed.
• At times, the driver may be required to move material using a provided pallet jack.
• Drivers are responsible to ensure that product loaded on their trucks is not damaged in transit and that weight limits are not exceeded.
• At times, drivers may be asked to drive enclosed trailers, empty trailers, refrigerated trailers and flatbeds.
• Driver ranges are within 150 air miles of Elkhart, IN.
• Safely delivering freight at various locations within 150 air miles of Elkhart, IN.
• Use GPS and follow given directions to get from customer to customer by the most efficient route.
• Perform truck and trailer inspections before departure to ensure good running order as well as minor service checks as needed.
• Strong communication with dispatch to ensure pickups and communicate delays.
• Safely operate a pallet jack to move and secure product within the trailer as necessary and obtain receiving signatures and necessary paperwork.
• Work in a truck cab, warehouse and outdoor environment that is subject to cold/hot weather as the seasons change.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license with required endorsements and DOT certifications.

• Must have a legal and active driver’s license with CDL-A endorsement and a current DOT physical (or willing to complete physical).
• Tractor/trailer driving experience: 1.5 years.
• Must have curtain-side trailer experience and be willing to use curtain-side trailers.
• Candidates subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

• Safety first approach to driving and moving freight.
• Strong communication skills with dispatch and customers.
• Dependable attitude and work ethic.

• Ability to move material within the truck trailers using a pallet jack.
• Ability to get in and out of trucks and trailers as needed to inspect freight when loaded.
• Ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods of time in a warehouse or vehicle as necessary.
• Truck cab and warehouse environment are subject to seasonal weather conditions.

Full-time

• Simple IRA
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

CDL-A

In person