Cdl-A Local Route Driver

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable freight transport in a commercial vehicle across various states. You will ensure timely delivery while following all company and regulatory safety standards. This is a physically demanding role that requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Key responsibilities:

• Safety Compliance: Operating commercial vehicles on highways and local roads in compliance with all traffic laws, company policy, and DOT regulations while maintaining a clean driving record.
• Pre-trip and post-trip inspections: Conducting thorough checks of the truck's mechanical condition, lights, tires, and cargo securing mechanisms before and after each trip.
• Loading and unloading cargo: Securing cargo using appropriate methods like ropes, chains, or covers, and sometimes assisting with loading and unloading depending on the delivery type.
• Maintaining logs and paperwork: Accurately recording driving hours, fuel stops, delivery information, and other required documentation according to DOT regulations.
• Communicating with dispatchers
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  Maintaining contact with dispatchers to receive delivery instructions, report any issues, and update on location.
• Reporting maintenance issues
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  Identifying and reporting any mechanical problems with the truck to the appropriate personnel

Qualifications:

• Valid CDL A
• Valid Medical Certification
• 1 year min experience (2 years preferred) operating a tractor-trailer
• Knowledge of DOT safety regulations
• Clean MVR
• Safety Security Sensitive - Must have clean criminal background

As a professional driver assigned to our company, you are the face of National Delivery Systems. Safety, courtesy, and overall professionalism are the hallmarks of what we look for in our drivers. Here at National, we want our drivers to succeed and prosper. We have the utmost respect and understanding for the demands of your profession. We believe that providing a positive environment for our drivers to succeed in will allow us all to be stronger and succeed together.

United we can do great things in transportation and in life. This is a golden opportunity for us all. Our goal is to grow with you and build a long-lasting relationship as partners in safety and prosperity.

To qualify as a Driver the requirements are:

Must have clean driving record with minimum 2 yrs. experience (no consistent speeding, seatbelt, or red light history)

Minimum 25 years of age to drive (per insurance regulations)

Must have clean criminal background as well as no drug or alcohol related offenses

Must always practice safe and responsible driving

Must be courteous, professional, trustworthy, and reliable

Must be hands on with the unload process at times including ability to lift 70 pounds

As a Driver at National Delivery Systems you will enjoy:

Competitive Compensation

Health Insurance Programs available

Safety Awards program with periodic bonuses

Modern Full Service leased equipment

Reimbursement for added endorsement expenses

Training for license upgrades (non-cdl to B, B to A, etc.)

Schedules and positions that accentuate various work-life balance concerns

Unlimited opportunities for growth and success

Unique opportunities within multiple divisions that can make the best of your you do best

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