Job Description
Solo OTR CDL-A Operator
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Solo OTR CDL-A Operator you are essential to the daily operations of Green Transportation. In this role you will safely operate a tractor-trailer, make regular and frequent trips and deliveries to our customers while upholding the standard of excellence that Green Transportation carries.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Safely and professionally operating a Class A commercial motor vehicle
- Following guidelines issued by the FMCSA and DOT in accordance with rules and regulations surrounding safe and compliant operation of a commercial motor vehicle
- Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your vehicle and equipment to ensure proper and legal working order, notifying the maintenance department if any issues need to be addressed
- Planning your trip and routing as advised by your Road Pilot Reference guide and provided manifest information for each trip
- Communicating with dispatch on a consistent basis via email and phone as to provide updates on your load status, location, and any other requested information
- Contacting external business partners to coordinate safe and proper procedures of loading and unloading the vehicle
- Inspecting freight upon departure, arrival, and delivery as well as monitoring and/or assisting in the removal of freight to the tail of the trailer as needed
- Maintaining procedural paperwork of daily duties ie. bills of lading and proof of delivery paperwork, maintaining your trip-sheet information and collecting fuel receipts
- When adverse conditions occur or may occur, maintain contact with dispatch and operations as to receive guidance on next steps
- Safely unload freight both palletized and non-palletized whether assisted or unassisted as necessary
- Follow instructions/guidance of upper management regardless of personal opinions or beliefs
- Serve as a great example of the Green Culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of Green Transportation
- Must demonstrate the ability to be discrete, prompt and professional
- Communicate effectively with team members
- Experience filling out and retaining BOL's and POD's
- Support Green Transportation's values, principles, vision, and mission
- Other duties as may be assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid CDL-A with 2 years of verifiable DOT CDL-A Tractor-Trailer driving experience
- Must be able to support the Green Transportation culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- US Citizenship required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Transportation and Logistics
- Knowledge of FMCSA rules and regulations
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and guidelines
- Experience with Tractor-trailer operations
COMMUNICATION
- Effectively and regularly communicate with the Green Transportation Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor
- Support Green Transportation's values, principles, vision, and mission
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Lift up to 50lbs frequently to occasionally
- Load and manipulate manual pallet jacks with palletized freight frequently
- Stand/walk/drive up to 14 hours per day
- Bend and Twist frequently
- Reach/work above shoulders frequently
- Fine manipulations frequently
- Gross manipulation frequently
- Push/pull frequently
- Operate a tractor-trailer
PAY RATE & SCHEDULE
$1500 weekly average guarantee
Mileage rate based on experience
Hourly rate for localized work based on experience
$60 per outbound delivery stop
$40 per pick/drop inbound after the first pick-up
Outbound detention rate $10 per half hour after 2.5 hours after appointment time
Inbound detention rate $5 per hour after 5 hours after appointment time
$100 additional pay for two day deliveries for planned layovers during outbound deliveries for our sister company
This position typically leaves out Saturday or Sunday morning, making deliveries over Monday and Tuesday and back home Thursday or Friday. On a weekly rotation we guarantee a 34 hour reset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Tractor-Trailer operation over the road
TRAVEL
This position requires frequent travel to and from delivery locations
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time exempt position
RELOCATION
Relocation expenses are not provided, must be able to commute to Holland, Michigan terminal frequently.
HIRING PREFERENCE
Green Transportation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Relocation, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday,