CDL-A Driver Apprentice — City — $25.64/hr

Our company is looking for a Driver Apprentice in Greenwood, IN to train toward becoming a tractor-trailer operator. You'll split time between learning to drive and working the dock, building skills until you're fully qualified as a city driver.

Pay

• Starting rate of $25.64 per hour

What you'll do

• Learn to operate tractor-trailer rigs, including doubles and straight trucks

• Run pre-trip, post-trip and in-route equipment safety checks

• Connect and disconnect trailers and converter dollies

• Load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks

• Secure loads with pallets, straps and rope, and repair damaged freight as needed

• Handle paperwork, collect freight-charge payments, and follow hazmat placarding rules when applicable

• Stay in contact with dispatch on delays, arrivals and equipment issues

• Interact with customers on pickups and deliveries, and pass along potential sales leads

• Fill in as a road driver or freight handler when the job requires it

• Chain tires when conditions call for it

• Follow all DOT and company safety rules

Requirements

• Class A CDL or commercial learner's permit before starting

• Acceptable motor vehicle record per company standards

• Must meet DOT qualifications under FMCSA Part 391

• Comfortable with basic math (calculator allowed)

• Solid basic reading, writing and speaking skills

• Able to lift and pull trailer connections requiring about 100 pounds of force multiple times daily

• Able to lift and carry freight up to 100 pounds several times a week

• Able to sit for long stretches and bend, twist, squat and climb in and out of the cab

• Willing to complete required training and take direction

• Able to work solo or as part of a team

Working conditions

• Driving happens day and night, in all weather and on all road types

• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust and diesel exhaust

• Possible exposure to DOT-regulated hazardous materials

• Schedule and hours can shift based on business needs

Our company is an equal opportunity employer, including applicants with disabilities and veterans.