Great States Trucking 

Job Title: Semi Over-the-Road Truck Driver

Company Overview: Join our team at Great States Logistics, a leading transportation company dedicated to delivering excellence in services across the US. We specialize in providing reliable and efficient transportation solutions to our valued clients. As we continue to expand our operations, we are currently seeking experienced CDL Class A Over-the-Road Truck Drivers to join our dynamic team.

Position Overview: As a Over-the-Road Truck Driver, you will play a crucial role in the transportation of goods across regional and long-haul routes. Operating a semi-truck with professionalism and precision, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and timely delivery of product while adhering to all relevant regulations and company policies.

We would like to invite you to join our team of skilled professionals who deliver our products on time. 

We are looking for a CDL Class A Truck Driver who wants a career, not just a job, providing the opportunity to grow your career and safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes.

ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Safely operate and maneuver a semi-truck on regional and long-haul routes.
• Transport goods and materials to designated locations in a timely manner.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the mechanical fitness of the vehicle.
• Adhere to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and hours of service.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers, and other team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the truck cab and trailer.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle; notes all issues to Manager for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Manager.
• Works closely with Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch or Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.
• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.

CDL-A Truck Driver Requirements:

• 6 months of recent OTR driving experience within last 3 years
• Proven track record of safe driving practices and adherence to regulations.

Benefits 

• Competitive pay and mileage-based compensation.
• Modern and well-maintained equipment.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.