CDL-A Local City Driver — $29.00/hr

Our company in Linden, NJ 07036 is looking for a CDL Class A driver to haul freight to customers and distribution centers on local city routes. You'll run a night shift and handle your own vehicle inspections, cargo securing and paperwork.

Pay

• $29.00/hr, paid bi-weekly

• This is the expected starting rate; the company may adjust it based on market conditions, location and final negotiation with the chosen candidate

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 9pm to 5:30am

• You may need to work overtime or extended hours when the job requires it

What you'll haul

• Freight moved on local/city routes to customers, distribution centers and other assigned stops

• LTL and city driving experience is a plus

What you'll do

• Drive a Class A tractor-trailer safely on assigned routes and schedules

• Run pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections on your vehicle

• Load, secure and protect cargo for the trip, and help with loading/unloading when needed

• Keep logs, delivery paperwork, bills of lading and inspection reports accurate and up to date

• Stay in contact with dispatch about routes, delays, deliveries and any vehicle issues

• Maneuver safely around docks, yards and customer lots

• Report any accidents, violations, mechanical issues, cargo damage or unsafe conditions right away

• Keep your truck, gear and appearance clean and professional

• Treat customers and coworkers with courtesy and professionalism

Requirements

• Valid CDL Class A license with a clean driving record

• Current DOT medical certificate

• Solid understanding of DOT rules, hours-of-service limits and compliance standards

• Comfortable driving tractor-trailers in different road and weather conditions

• Good communication, judgment and problem-solving abilities

• Strong focus on safety, cargo security and following regulations

• Able to work independently as well as with a team, with little oversight

• Must speak, read and write English

• Able to get in and out of the truck repeatedly, stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull and lift up to 75 lbs. as the job requires

Safety expectations

• Follow all company safety rules, DOT, OSHA and, where relevant, TSA requirements, plus any safety rules at customer sites

• Report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions or damage immediately

Our company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of background, including those with criminal histories, in line with applicable law.