Line Driver
Team drivers needed for run from Dallas, TX to Edmonton, Alberta Canada. $0.88 per mile (split) plus $0.06 per mile quarterly safety bonus (split). 4600 miles per week.
Drives tractor and trailer combination or straight truck to transport cargo freight.
May pick-up, load, unload, and deliver cargo freight.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Drives vehicle to specified destination in accordance with company procedures and governmental regulations.
Applies knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds and in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading/unloading dock areas.
Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher to receive pick-up or delivery instructions.
Loads and unloads trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment.
Ensures that load is secure by using a variety of cargo straps, tarps, ropes, chains, lumber and other tools.
May perform lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of freight.
Hooks and unhooks trailers from tractor or from converter dollies.
Inspects tractor or truck for defects before, during and after trips and submits reports indication truck or tractor condition.
Notes condition of various equipment items such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water.
Install and remove tire chains as required by weather conditions.
Ensures that all shipping documents (manifest, bills of lading, delivery receipts, hazardous material placarding, etc.) required to move the shipment is available and complete.
Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures; and complies with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
Maintains records as required, including drivers logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports.
Reports any and all safety hazards.
Reports accidents (vehicular and/or cargo) or on-the-job injury immediately to the on-duty supervisor.
Dependable and consistent attendance required.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to two years tractor-trailer driving experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as hazardous materials shipping regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, cu...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Arlington, US-TX
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Other
- Recruiter: Lynden Transport, Inc.
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: DF805
- Posted: 2024-04-25 08:28:05 -
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