Description

Job Summary:

California Sierra Express has been serving the air freight logistics industry for over 35 years. We operate six freight terminals in CA and one in Reno, NV. We're an overnight carrier serving international and domestic freight forwarders as a final mile Pick-Up and Delivery agent for shipments that travel around the globe.

Our Class A Line Haul Drivers support the operations department in the performance of daily activities by transferring time-sensitive freight overnight between our stations. You'll be joining a local team of over 30 people all committed to providing the best service possible to our customers who trust Cal Sierra to move their shipments on-time throughout the greater Los Angeles area and beyond.

This position is a Graveyard Driving Position. The typical hours are 11 PM - 10 AM. Our Los Angeles drivers typically do a half-turn along I-5 with a southbound driver out of either San Francisco or Sacramento and returns home every morning. This position may occasionally involve one-way trips to Reno or Sacramento with high priority freight, returning then next night.

We’re looking for someone who is willing to be flexible with their schedule and available on short notice when needed. Weekly hours will fluctuate between 30-40 hours per week depending on volumes and your availability.

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Training
• Home Daily
• Leased Trucks

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Flexible availability is essential for this position. 
• Complete assigned route in a timely manner.
• Practice defensive driving principles and follow all company safety policies.
• Comply with all laws and regulations relating to driving, transporting and handling of freight including those issued by but limited to The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Comply with truck and trailer security requirements as outlined by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA).
• Comply with safe work practices as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
• Comply with federal drug and alcohol regulations

Qualifications

1. Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
2. Must be at least 23 years of age.
3. Minimum of two (2) years commercial driving experience.
4. Clean DMV record (no serious moving violations in the past 5 years)
5. Valid DOT Medical Examination Card.
6. Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and TSA background check.
7. Knowledge of DOT, FMSCA, federal, state, and local traffic laws and regulations.
8. Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) certification, preferred.
9. Experience driving in adverse weather conditions, mountains, and chaining installation.
10. Ability to effectively communicate in English; verbally and in writing.