Class A CDL Local Driver

Overview

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a hardworking and reliable Local P&D or City Driver to ensure the timely and safe delivery of freight between our service centers and customer locations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for accuracy, safety, and efficiency, with a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of service.

OD's Pick up & Delivery Drivers average annual pay is $81,000. This position is eligible for OD's Tuition Reimbursement Program, available for new graduates of an approved trucking school.

• 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 test and alcohol test.
• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance 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.
• Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete the 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.
• Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast‑pace and deadline oriented.
• Be available for work, to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Perform any other duties and tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have 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 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 (ODTDT‑8/88).
• Must possess the ability to read, write, speak English and perform simple mathematical calculations, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
• Must have the ability to operate hand‑held tablets when required.
• Must have good oral communication skills and be able to follow instructions via two‑way radio or 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 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 read, write and speak English.
• Attendance is a requirement.

• Sitting: Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours.
• Standing/Walking: Must be able to stand and walk on concrete, pavement, wood and metal, and sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.
• Bending/Stooping/Kneeling: Must perform frequent squatting, crouching and kneeling to handle, position and secure freight, and conduct pre‑trip inspections of trucks.
• Climbing: Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle's cab many times a day, including occasional bending, twisting, and balancing.
• Moving Materials: Must be able to push freight weighing up to 500 pounds on a dolly or cart, occasionally heavier, and pull freight up to 500 pounds. Must lift and carry freight weighing 1–100 pounds over distances up to 100 feet, and load/unload full trailers of freight up to 50,000 pounds.
• Reaching: Must…