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SVC CONTAINER DIVISION DRIVER

Old Dominion Freight Line

Wando, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Auditory, CDL Driver's License, Cargo/Freight, Class A License, Communication Skills, Concrete, Control Systems, Documentation, Driver's License, English Language, Establish Priorities, Fast Food, Flexible Spending Accounts, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Less Than Truckload (LTL), Loading/Unloading, Material Moving, Medical Protocols, Memory Hardware, Mobile Devices, Physical Demands, Regulations, Safety Systems, Team Player, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Transportation Routing, Truck Driver, Trucking, Truckload Freight, Tuition Reimbursement, United States Department of Transportation (DOT)
LOCATION
Wando, SC
POSTED
Today


Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.






Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a skilled and reliable Line Haul Container Driver to join our OD Family Culture as a Container Drayage Driver (CDD). This essential role involves the safe and efficient pick-up and delivery of intermodal containers between customer locations, ocean ports, and rail heads, covering local, regional, or national routes. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with dispatch to report any factors impacting delivery schedules, such as delays or mechanical issues. With an average annual pay of $107,000 and access to OD’s Tuition Reimbursement Program for recent trucking school graduates, this position offers a rewarding career path. Our Container Drivers play a crucial role in ensuring that our customers’ freight arrives accurately and on time, helping us keep our promises. Join us in driving excellence and reliability in the transportation industry.




Job Summary


Container Drayage Drivers (CDDs) will pick up and deliver intermodal containers to and from customer locations and to and from ocean ports and rail heads. This can be within a local, regional, or national area. Communicate with dispatch or their managers any issues which would affect a delivery schedule. This would include but not be limited to port/rail delays, traffic delays, mechanical failures, driver errors, etc.




Primary Responsibilities



+ Operate vehicle safely within DOT regulations that govern safe driving, hours of service, inspection, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials.


+ Follow instructions as identified by dispatch or their managers and supplied documentation.


+ Deliver containers in a safe, time efficient, and effective and manner.


+ Operate tablets/phones and any other computer/internal freight monitoring systems required.


+ This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks as assigned.





Job Qualifications



+ Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple trailers, tanker, and hazardous material endorsements.


+ Might be required to acquire Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC).


+ 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 and Licensed truck driving school, acceptable to Old Dominion and/or have satisfactorily completed the Old Dominion truck driver training program (ODTDT 8/88)


+ Must have the ability to properly operate hand held tablets when required.


+ 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 extended periods, of time.


+ Meet or exceed the medic al standards of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and satisfactorily pass a drug test and alcohol test.


+ Must be available for around-the-clock trips to accommodate freight movements and must be able to be away from home for extended periods of time.


+ Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the US Department of Transportation.


+ Must satisfactorily pass a drug test.


+ Must satisfactorily pass an 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.





Physical Demands


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.



+ (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 spend at least 25% of the day standing and 25% of the day walking on surfaced such as concrete, wood and metal and sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.


+ (Bending/Stooping) Must be able to perform occasional crouching to handle and position freight when required, and conduct pre-trip inspections.


+ (Climbing) Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle's cab. Cab floor level is generally 36 to 66 inches above ground level, with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various configurations of steps and hand holds; also requires occasional bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.


+ (Moving Materials) May be occasionally required to perform pushing, pulling, or carrying of freight.


+ (Reaching) Must be able to reach waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck.


+ (Other) Must be able to install and remove tire chains when required due to inclement weather. Must be able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release lever, lock and release pintle-hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, fuel vehicles and check engine oil and coolant level, secure cargo containers, etc.


+ Must be able to use right, left or both hands to get in and out of truck, using the steering wheel, buttons, securing cargo containers, etc.


+ Must be able to grip with right, left or both hands to use handles to get in and out of the truck, holding tablet, holding the steering wheel, etc.


+ Must be able to pinch fingers on the right, left or both hands to utilize clip boards, utilize tablets, etc.


+ Must be able to use cognitive skills for:


+ paying attention to surroundings, including traffic, truck inspections, freight, gates, etc.


+ long-term and short-term memory for inspecting areas, driving in traffic and for safety


+ logic and reasoning in reading manifests, tablets, navigation, road signs, reading boxes and order numbers


+ Auditory and visual processing to inspect trucks, driving, reading, listening for horns and/or other traffic and speaking with customers




+ Must be able to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.


+ Must satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements discussed above.


+ Must be able to read, write and speak English.


+ Attendance is a requirement.











Work Environment




The work environment described below represents those that an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.




While performing the duties of the job, the employees will be exposed to various work environments which may include working with or around others while loading and unloading, working in an enclosed vehicle while driving, loading and unloading in an enclosed trailer, exposure to all weather conditions, noise levels that vary from quiet to loud and with lighting conditions that could be extremely bright or low light.




Working Days:

Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,



Working Shift:

AM / PM



Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.






Join the OD Family Today!As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:



+ Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage


+ Vision & Dental


+ Short Term & Long Term Disability


+ Flex Spending Accounts


+ 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity


+ Life Insurance


+ Wellness Program


+ Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians


+ Training and growth opportunities to build a career


+ We prioritize our OD family of employees


+ Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy


+ National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers





Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).




If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here (https://www.odfl.com/us/en/contact.html) for contact information.



Welcome to Old Dominion. If you are looking for a new career with the best LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carrier in the industry you’ve come to the right place. Many companies tout their family atmosphere, but at OD it truly is a reality. We’ve grown from our humble beginnings of a single truck and one route in 1934 started by Earl and Lillian Congdon to a company of over 23,000 employees. At OD we strive daily to keep the family spirit alive and help the world keep promises.

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