DOT Local Driver

• Drives commercial motor vehicle (truck) to transport and deliver freight.
• Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with management, clients, employees, the general public, and law enforcement (49 CFR § 391.11).
• Must be able to read road signs, maps, shipping documents, work instructions, and other written documents.
• Maintains contact with dispatch or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new locations.
• Maintains electronic driver logs compliant with state and federal regulations (49 CFR § 395).
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections per regulation and procedure, and maintains associated records as required.
• Maintains shipping paperwork records of materials/products transported.
• Obtains client signature for goods delivered, accurately noting “shipper load and count” status, delivery condition, and seal status.
• Assists in loading and unloading truck manually if required.
• Capable of driving up to 11 hours per day and being on duty up to 14 hours per day when required.
• Meet the driver qualification safety standards and responsibilities established by Safety & Compliance.
• Remain compliant with government laws and regulations at all times.
• Other duties as assigned

Must be willing to transport interstate or intrastate freight as dispatched, typically on local business where the work shift begins and ends at the local Terminal May occasionally be dispatched on non-local trips requiring overnight or multi-day travel away from the home terminal.

• Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.
• MUST be physically able to:
  o climb in and out of the truck numerous times throughout the day
  o inspect airlines, brakes, and tires under the trailer for pre- and post-trip inspections
  o crank trailer dolly/landing gear with approx. 15-50 lbs. rotational force to drop or hook up trailers
  o assist as required in unloading trailers which could include using a pallet jack, hand unload, or restacking pallets of freight
  o bend over and lift at least 50 lbs
  o open and secure doors on trailers with arms above head
  o push and pull at least 50 lbs
  o meet all DOT Medical Card requirements
  o bend down and pull the fifth wheel pin with 15-65 lbs horizontal pull force to drop trailers

• Must have one year or greater previous driving experience in the type of equipment to be operated.
• Must have a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Must not have previous 3-year employer history of failed or refused drug/alcohol tests.
• Must not be under FMCSA drug/alcohol follow-up testing requirements related to any SAP process

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL License with current medical card certification.

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and…