What are the responsibilities and job description for the Class B CDL Local Driver position at Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.?
Overview
Location Not Yet Open.
The Smithton, PA Service Center is tentatively opening Spring 2027.
We are actively accepting and reviewing Driver applications.
Class B P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.
This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick-up and delivery operations. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices.
Location Not Yet Open.
The Smithton, PA Service Center is tentatively opening Spring 2027.
We are actively accepting and reviewing Driver applications.
- Full-Time pay beginning at $27.25 per hour
- Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Local daytime work
- Opportunity for Class A advancement!
- Stable and growing organization
- Competitive weekly pay
- Quality Hours
- Modern facilities
- Clean, late model equipment
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
Class B P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.
- Perform pre and post trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
- Properly document all freight control processes
- Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
- Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
- Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
- Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
- Interact and converse with external/internal customers
- Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed.
- Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
- Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
- Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual
- At least 22 years of age
- At least 1 year of commercial driving experience
- Valid Class B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsements
- Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
- No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operation in the past 3 years
- Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
- Basic math skills
- Fluent in English
- Able to pass a drug screen
This position requires the ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle and perform physical tasks associated with driving, equipment inspections, and local pick-up and delivery operations. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, ascending and descending from the vehicle, and handling freight and delivery equipment, with occasional manual handling of materials and use of powered tools or devices.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Stable and growing organization
- Competitive weekly pay
- Full-Time pay beginning at $27.25 per hour
- Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours
- Local daytime work
- Opportunity for Class A advancement
- Quality Hours
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Modern facilities
- Clean, late model equipment
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
Salary : $27