Class A CDL Hostler​/Local Driver

Job Description

As a Class A CDL Local Driver, you will be responsible for the safe timely delivery and pickup of goods at various locations across the state. You will be tasked with driving and maintaining trucks that will be assigned to you, as well as working closely with our team of dispatchers who are planning routes and tracking deliveries. The ideal Class A CDL Local Driver adheres to American Furniture Warehouse's quality expectations and standards and is committed to under promising and over delivering to our customers.

27-29 hr

Why Drive for AFW?

• HOME Daily.
• Weekly payroll.
• 75% of our loads are drop and hook; 98% no-touch freight, all trips are pre-planned in advance.
• We haul our own freight.
• Paid orientation.
• 4 – 10-hour days with 3 Days off every week
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• 401K, medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life Insurance, and a host of other voluntary benefits available 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment

Duties/Responsibilities:

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for delivering our products in a safe, timely and accurate manner, along with meeting and controlling operational goals and timelines.
• Operate trucks requiring an appropriate CDL license (e.g., performing basic functions like driving forwards, driving backwards, or maneuvering in tight spaces, etc.)
• Operate truck and trailer units in a safe manner. Report any vehicle problems and defects to the Garage department.
• Comply with all state, local and national Department of Transportation standards and regulations while maintaining a good driving record.
• Abide by all FMCSA and DOT laws, rules, and regulations.
• Complies with internal process and procedures as well as all local and federally regulated requirements including DOT and OSHA
• Verifying log information and entering all data into application including hours of service.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDL with at least one year of recent driving experience with similar equipment.
• No major FMCSA violations.
• Clean MVR with no at-fault D.O.T reportable accidents within the last three years.
• Must have no CDL restrictions.
• Must be able to maintain CDL.

Supervision Given and Received:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. This position is supervised directly by the Assistant Traffic Manager and Traffic Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to perform vehicle pre-trips up to FMCSA standards.
• Ability to operate Electronic Log System..
• Must be able to efficiently communicate and interact routinely with AFW management and Dispatch.
• Communicate with dispatch and AFW personnel.
• Ability to efficiently work independently of direct supervision.
• Have a strong independent work ethic.
• Excellent organizational skill and the ability to demonstrate attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks when appropriate.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to be trained in the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on AFW's success.

Personal

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical
  - Ability to analyze, collect and research data and read reports, attention to detail and quality work.
• Mathematical Skills
  -Basic math skills required. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Reasoning Ability
  - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variable situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations; has a cooperative spirit; ability and authority to plan work, meet…