What are the responsibilities and job description for the DOT Driver position at Axle Box Innovations?
We are looking for an experienced commercial driver to serve our supply chain logistics department in a safe and timely manner. Originating from the Bryan/College Station, TX area to Wilmer, TX and Center, TX with possible back hauls from various shippers.
About Axle Box Innovations
Our tech development organizations are made up of leading talent with diverse backgrounds that focus on advancing and developing technologies for the public safety industry, first responders, and our armed forces.
Description
Responsibilities
- Transport finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants
- Perform daily required pre- and post- trip inspections. Report defects that could be in violation of FMCSA/DOT compliance to include accidents or driving violations throughout the work shift
- Plan routes to obey local traffic laws and meet delivery schedules
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Verify delivery instructions and BOL submission to dispatch
Requirements and skills
- Proven work experience operating tractor/trailer combinations for at least 1 year
- Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
- Ability to work up to the allowable daily hours of service
- Knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations in accordance with state and federal DOT regulations
- No recent moving or driving violations (within 3 years, exceptions are case by case basis)
- Adaptability to changing traffic and/or weather patterns
- Willingness to submit to background/random drug testing per company/FMCSA policy
- Valid commercial driver’s license (Class A)
Compensatory Information
- Pay schedule and rate negotiable per executive approval
- Home daily
- 9 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, 401 (K)
- 80 hours PTO after probationary period