Driver

Pilot has the best employees in the transportation and logistics industry! Essential Functions: Understand and comply with all State, Federal, DOT and TSA regulations Check in with dispatch daily for assigned pickup/delivery route Operate vehicles to transport materials to and from in a safe and efficient manner Present self in a clean and professional manner at all times Pilot identification including but not limited to ID badge and or required Pilot apparel Perform inspection of the assigned unit and complete all required paperwork Ensure equipment is kept in proper repair and working order Clean and secure assigned unit and the end of shift Complete DOT logs if required Load and unload freight from truck utilizing the proper equipment and securing for transit when necessary Check for and notate/communicate damages/shortages or other exceptions Maintain communication with dispatch, promptly report all delays Function and use of driver’s application for all pickups and deliveries Verify all freight corresponds to paperwork Assist and apply additional packing to shipments when needed Assist in the warehouse if needed Able to work variable hours, including weekends and overtime Clocking in/out daily (including lunch breaks) and maintaining lunch/break schedule independently. Other duties assigned deemed necessary by the Cartage Supervisor SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: Must have clean motor vehicle record Able to apply basic problem-solving skills Ability to read and interpret maps Strong knowledge of the roadways throughout the immediate and surrounding areas Ability to read and understand tariff signs and signals Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms and other related documents Basic PC skills Good written and verbal skills Ability to discern numbers and information Ability to manage deadlines Able to use various dock equipment sucks as forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink wrap and other materials Bilingual helpful: Spanish/English Additional Job Details : EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: High School degree or equivalent Must be forklift certified Valid driver’s license with proper class and endorsements (hazard endorsements preferred) issued by the driver’s home state of residence Acceptable driving record as defined by DOT/TSA regulations Must meet physical requirements established by the DOT and have or be able to provide a valid medical card EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one-year verifiable driving experience in the industry and in the type of vehicle that will be driven Must be at least 25 years of age PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employee to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employee must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. Position requires regular use of a phone and a PC and reading and writing of various shipping documents. If you are interested in working with a talented, passionate and dedicated team of professionals in a rapidly growing industry, Pilot wants to hear from you! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)