Driver CDL A Over-the-Road (OTR)

Job Description

Job Description

About Company:

Founded in 2010 by Tom & Sarah Click, Patriot Industries is the only American Owned & Operated Family Business producing the full lines of Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Rigid Steel, and EMT Conduit Products and Fittings. The company has 3 Factories in North America…2 in Virginia, and 1 at in Pasadena TX. Patriot maintains inventory in 12 Locations throughout the USA.

Responsibilities:

• Operate commercial vehicles safely and efficiently to transport goods to designated locations.
• Comply with all DOT regulations and company policies to ensure safety and legal operation of vehicles.
• Plan and follow the most efficient routes using maps and GPS technology to meet delivery schedules.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure mechanical safety and report any issues promptly.
• Communicate effectively with Logistics Supervisor, warehouse personnel, and customers to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the vehicle to ensure it remains in good working condition.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A.
• Proven experience in truck driving with knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to read and following delivery schedule and BOL instructions.
• Flat bed experience & proven ability to secure load with straps
• Physical ability to secure load.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience as an OTR driver.
• Strong customer service skills to directly interface with warehouse personnel at Patriot customer locations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly compensation + over-time + compensation to sleep in truck + compensation per mile; average compensation of $1,750 per week
• Eligibility to participate in the Company wide bonus program
• Eligibility to participate in Company sponsored insurance benefits
• Eligibility to participate in 401(k) + Company match
• Paid vacation & sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• New, professionally maintained equipment including curtainside trailer (no tarps!)
• Regional routes & recurring delivery locations
• Home on the weekends