Class A CDL Local Driver

Job Summary

Local P&D or City Drivers operate various tractor-trailer combinations between company service centers and customer facilities or work sites within the service center's geographic area. They sort, handle, load, and/or unload freight at company and customer locations.

• Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manually, complying with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and complete various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Ensure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g., pallets, straps, rope).
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel; operate in a fast‑pace, deadline‑oriented environment.
• Be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• This list is not exhaustive; employees are expected to perform all duties and tasks as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

• Must have the ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations with general mental abilities to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.
• Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Must have 12 months of previous tractor‑trailer driving experience and/or be a graduate of a state‑certified, licensed, and safety‑department‑approved driving school, and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion Truck Driver Training program.
• Must have the ability to operate handheld tablets when required.
• Must have good oral communication skills.
• Must be able to follow instructions and take directions via two‑way radio or by phone.
• Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
• Must have knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• Must satisfactorily pass a drug test and an alcohol test (if applicable).
• Must satisfactorily pass the orientation/training program instructions by an Old Dominion qualified driver trainer.
• Must be at least 22 years of age.

• Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours.
• Must be able to stand and walk on various surfaces such as concrete, pavement, wood, and metal, sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.
• Must be able to perform frequent squatting, crouching, and kneeling to handle, position, and secure freight, and conduct pre‑trip inspections of trucks.
• Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle's cab many times a day, often requiring climbing, bending, twisting, and balancing.
• Must be able to perform frequent pushing and pulling of freight up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart, including occasional movements of more than 300 pounds.
• Must be able to lift and carry freight ranging from 1 to 100 pounds for distances of at least 1 foot but usually no more than 100 feet; must be able to load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 50,000 pounds.
• Must be able to reach for freight at waist level and occasionally above shoulder height or below waist level, and operate truck controls.
• Must be able to install and remove tire…