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Skills
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
Cargo/Freightunmatched
Class B Licenseunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Operations Guidelinesunmatched
Operations Processesunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Shipping Documentsunmatched
Training Programunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Description
Overview
Full-Time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
Local daytime work
Opportunity for Class A advancement!
Stable and growing organization
Competitive weekly pay
Quality Hours
Modern facilities
Clean, late model equipment
Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
401(k) plan, Company Match
Responsibilities
Class B P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.
Perform pre and post trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
Properly document all freight control processes
Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
Interact and converse with external/internal customers
Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed.
Participate in Dayton Freight's training and improvement programs
Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual
Qualifications
At least 22 years of age
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience
Valid Class B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsements
Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operation in the past 3 years
Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
Basic math skills
Fluent in English
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Able to pass a drug screen
Benefits
Stable and growing organization
Competitive weekly pay
Full-Time pay beginning at $28.00 per hour
Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
Local daytime work
Opportunity for Class A advancement
Quality Hours
Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
Modern facilities
Clean, late model equipment
Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
401(k) plan, Company Match
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick-up and delivery operations. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Des Plaines, IL
Industry
Transportation and Warehousing
Company Size
1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded
1981
Website
https://www.daytonfreight.com/
About Company
Dayton Freight is a recognized leader in less-than-truckload transportation services with 48 Service Centers throughout the Midwest. Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, Dayton Freight has been offering shippers 1 or 2 day on-time, intact delivery within their 13-state region for 35 years! Their corporate vision statement says it all:
Delivering Value Today. Driving The Standard For Tomorrow.®