What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Owner Operator position at KEM TRANSPORT INC?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Truck Owner Operator and take charge of your driving career! As an essential part of our logistics network, you’ll operate your own tractor-trailer to transport freight across various routes, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. Your expertise in commercial truck driving, combined with your commitment to safety and efficiency, will drive our success forward. This role offers the opportunity to work independently while enjoying the support of a dedicated logistics team focused on excellence. If you thrive on adventure, precision, and delivering goods with integrity, this is the perfect role for you!
Duties
- Safely operate tractor-trailers, including refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, or specialized equipment for hazardous materials and automobile transportation
- Navigate routes efficiently using GPS navigation systems to meet delivery schedules across over-the-road (OTR) driving routes
- Load and unload freight manually or with equipment, ensuring proper cargo handling and securement according to FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations
- Deliver freight accurately to designated locations while adhering to DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and hazardous materials regulations when applicable
- Maintain detailed logs of driving hours, inspections, and deliveries in compliance with FMCSA regulations
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with DOT standards
- Communicate proactively with dispatch teams regarding delivery status, route adjustments, or safety concerns
Requirements
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with endorsements relevant to the equipment operated (e.g., Hazmat, Tanker)
- Proven experience in commercial truck driving, including delivery driving and route driving
- Familiarity with refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, or hazardous materials transportation preferred
- Strong knowledge of FMCSA regulations, DOT standards, and hazardous materials regulations
- Ability to handle manual transmission trucks and perform manual handling tasks safely
- Experience with GPS navigation systems and logistics cargo handling techniques
- Excellent driving skills with a clean driving record and a focus on safety and compliance
Embark on a rewarding journey as a Truck Owner Operator—drive your career forward with independence, professionalism, and purpose!
Pay: From $8,000.00 per week
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $8,000