What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Apprentice - Road position at Coastal Elite Pro?
Position Overview
This role involves operating tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and straight trucks, to transport trailers between service centers and turn-point locations. Responsibilities include driving, performing safety inspections, hooking/unhooking trailers, maintaining logs, and completing required documentation. Non-driving duties may involve forklift operation, working at docks, and freight handling using motorized and manual equipment. The position requires adherence to safety regulations, hazardous material handling, and effective communication with dispatch.
Qualifications & Skills
Involves long-distance driving in various weather conditions, exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and DOT-regulated hazardous materials. Overnight stays may be required, and hours vary based on operational needs.
This position offers an hourly pay rate between $27.26 and $32.47, with potential benefits including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k), bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more.
This role involves operating tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and straight trucks, to transport trailers between service centers and turn-point locations. Responsibilities include driving, performing safety inspections, hooking/unhooking trailers, maintaining logs, and completing required documentation. Non-driving duties may involve forklift operation, working at docks, and freight handling using motorized and manual equipment. The position requires adherence to safety regulations, hazardous material handling, and effective communication with dispatch.
Qualifications & Skills
- Valid Class A CDL or learning permit
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Compliance with DOT regulations
- Basic math, communication skills, and ability to follow instructions
- Physical ability to lift approximately 100 pounds, sit for extended periods, and perform vehicle hooking/unhooking
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Involves long-distance driving in various weather conditions, exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and DOT-regulated hazardous materials. Overnight stays may be required, and hours vary based on operational needs.
This position offers an hourly pay rate between $27.26 and $32.47, with potential benefits including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k), bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Salary : $27 - $32