What are the responsibilities and job description for the DRAYAGE INTERMODAL COMPANY / OWNER OP 20/40 position at Pelican Intermodal Inc?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Rail Container CDL A Driver, specializing in hauling 20-foot and 40-foot containers via road. This energetic role offers the opportunity to operate a variety of commercial trucks, including tractor-trailers, flatbeds, and tankers, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of freight across over-the-road routes. You will be at the forefront of logistics cargo handling, delivering hazardous and dangerous goods while adhering to strict safety standards and regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving and logistics, this position is your gateway to an exciting career in freight transportation.
Duties
- Safely operate commercial trucks with manual transmissions, including refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tankers, following all DOT (Department of Transportation) and FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations
- Load and unload freight with precision, ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials and dangerous goods in compliance with hazardous materials regulations
- Navigate routes efficiently using GPS navigation systems, maintaining timely deliveries across over-the-road (OTR) driving routes
- Transport rail containers securely from rail yards to designated delivery points, managing logistics cargo handling with care and accuracy
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety, including checking for hazards related to truck loading/unloading and trailer conditions
- Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, cargo manifests, and delivery documentation in compliance with DOT regulations
- Communicate effectively with dispatch teams regarding route updates, delivery statuses, and safety concerns
Qualifications
- Valid CDL A license with a clean driving record; experience operating tractor-trailers with manual transmissions preferred
- Proven experience in commercial truck driving, delivery driving, or freight transportation involving hazardous materials or dangerous goods
- Knowledge of FMCSA regulations, DOT rules, hazardous materials regulations, and safety protocols for manual handling and truck loading/unloading
- Ability to operate refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, and automobile transportation equipment as needed
- Strong skills in GPS navigation for route planning and execution in diverse OTR routes
- Experience with freight logistics cargo handling and truck loading/unloading procedures
- Excellent driving skills with a focus on safety, compliance, and customer service
Embark on a rewarding journey where your driving expertise fuels the movement of essential freight across regions. We value safety first while fostering a lively work environment that celebrates your skills in logistics cargo handling and commercial trucking. Join us today to be part of a team dedicated to excellence on every mile!
Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $150,000