What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Driver position at Delivery 1st Logistics?
Job Overview
*THIS IS A CONTRACTED JOB receiving a 1099 at the end of each tax year.
Join Delivery 1st Logistics’ dynamic team as a Semi Truck Driver and become a vital part of our logistics network! In this role, you will operate a commercial truck, mainly tractor-trailers but possibly a dump truck from time to time, to deliver freight and materials efficiently and safely across diverse routes. Your expertise in navigating OTR (over-the-road) routes, utilizing GPS navigation systems, and adhering to all safety regulations will ensure timely deliveries while maintaining the highest standards of compliance. This position offers an opportunity to showcase your driving skills, manual handling abilities, and knowledge of hazardous materials regulations in a fast-paced environment that values safety, reliability, and professionalism.
Daily runs are local runs between Wisconsin and Illinois. Guaranteed 4 days a week with high possibility of Friday work.
Duties
- Safely operate various types of trucks including trailers, flatbeds, and dump trucks across long-distance routes while complying with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) and DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations.
- Plan and follow efficient delivery routes using GPS navigation tools to optimize travel time and fuel consumption.
- Infrequently load and unload freight manually or with equipment such as forklifts, ensuring proper cargo handling and securement for transportation.
- Infrequently load & unload cargo accurately, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to logistics cargo handling procedures.
- Maintain vehicle safety through regular inspections, routine maintenance checks, and immediate reporting of any mechanical issues.
- Comply with all safety standards during delivery driving, including manual transmission operation and truck loading/unloading procedures.
- Communicate effectively with dispatcher and clients to confirm delivery schedules and resolve any route or cargo issues promptly.
- Ensure all deliveries are completed on time while adhering to DOT hours-of-service regulations for driver safety.
Experience
- Proven experience in commercial truck driving with a focus on route driving across OTR routes or local deliveries.
- Hands-on experience with refrigerated trailers, flatbed trucks, tanker trucks, or dump trucks is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with FMCSA regulations, DOT compliance standards, and hazardous materials regulations is essential.
- Prior delivery driver experience involving freight handling, load & unload operations, and logistics cargo handling.
- Skilled in operating manual transmission trucks and utilizing GPS navigation systems for route planning.
- Ability to handle manual handling tasks safely using appropriate equipment like forklifts when necessary.
- Knowledge of truck loading/unloading procedures for various types of freight including dangerous goods or hazardous materials is a plus.
- Must have general mechanical knowledge regarding commercial vehicles.
- At least one year of recent experience driving commercial vehicles.
Join us today to drive your career forward in a role that’s fast-paced, rewarding, and full of opportunities to showcase your expertise!
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $24 - $27