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CDL A Local Driver

DAYTON FREIGHT LINES, INC

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • $35.50 Per Hour

Highlights

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. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMadison, WI
IndustryTransportation and Warehousing
Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded1981
Websitehttps://www.daytonfreight.com/

Description

Overview

Pay is $35.50 per hour. Overtime after 40 hours.

Work-life balance Growing company Friendly & Positive culture New Equipment & Clean facilities

Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc. Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days 401(k) plan, Company match

Responsibilities

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 23 years of age. At least 18 months of commercial driving experience. Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement. Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card. No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations 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.

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.

  • 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.

Benefits

$35.50 per hour Overtime after 40 hours Work-life balance Growing company Friendly & Positive culture New Equipment & Clean facilities Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc. Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days 401(k) plan, Company match

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.®

To learn more about Dayton Freight, please visit our website at www.daytonfreight.com.

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