Class A CDL Commercial Driver - OTR

Job Description: Class A CDL Commercial Driver – OTR

Overview:

Primary responsibility will be to safely operate assigned commercial motor vehicle in full compliance with all federal, state and local laws/regulations in the performance of assigned duties.

Location: Harrisonburg, VA Terminal

Reports to: Terminal Supervisor, Express General Manager

Work Hours: Varies

Responsibilities:

• Support OTR transportation operations based from the Harrisonburg terminal

• Remain flexible, open and agreeable to a wide range of assignments while “on-duty”

• Report for duty when/where assigned

• Communicate all issues related to the condition of company trucks and trailers to designated company staff

• Employee will not operate, or allow to be operated, any equipment that would not meet federal, state or local standards

• Complete and submit all required paperwork, logbooks, shipping documents, etc. per requested schedules to accurately reflect the work performed

• Adhere to and follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules and regulations at all times including operation of electronic logging device’s (ELDs)

• Create and maintain positive, appropriate, and productive relationships with all customers, members of the general public, and InterChange staff members through responsible driving habits and proper interactions

• Perform all assigned duties safely, quickly, and efficiently to avoid unneeded expense

• Perform all duties in a professional manner which promotes the growth, profitability and success of the company

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum H.S. degree or equivalent preferred

• Must hold a current CDL-A with a driving record acceptable to company insurance carrier

• Must hold a current Medical Examiners Certificate

• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 75 pounds at shoulder height

• Must be able to read and write well enough to understand and complete required documentation, shipping forms, road signs, and other written communications

• Ability to enter and exit truck cab safely and repeatedly during the work shift

• Ability to crank landing gear, operate 5th wheel release, and connect air/electrical lines repeatedly and without difficulty during work shifts

• Ability to properly secure loads using provided straps and other equipment

• Ability to remain flexible, open, and agreeable to a wide range of assignments while “on-duty”

• Ability to repeatedly open & close trailer & shipping container doors throughout the workday. Door weights may vary from 120 to 350lbs. each.

• Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical are required.

  **All applicants must complete an application at?ww.interchangeco.com/employment?to be considered.**