CDL A NY/NJ port drivers

Job Summary

Join our dynamic team as a CDL A Port Driver, specializing in transporting freight within the NY/NJ port area. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate a variety of commercial trucks, including tractor-trailers, refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and tankers, ensuring timely and safe delivery of goods. As a CDL A Port Driver, you will navigate over-the-road (OTR) routes, manage logistics cargo handling, and adhere strictly to FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) and DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations. Your expertise in automobile transportation and hazardous materials handling will be vital in maintaining our high standards of safety and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering freight with precision, this is the perfect role for you!

Duties

• Safely operate tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles across OTR routes within the port area, ensuring compliance with all FMCSA, DOT, and hazardous materials regulations.
• Load and unload freight efficiently using manual handling techniques while adhering to safety protocols.
• Navigate using GPS systems to reach destinations promptly while managing route driving responsibilities.
• Transport refrigerated, flatbed, tanker, or hazardous materials cargo while maintaining proper documentation and safety standards.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with DOT regulations.
• Manage delivery schedules by coordinating with logistics teams to ensure timely freight delivery and pickup.
• Handle manual transmission trucks proficiently, ensuring smooth driving experiences on complex routes involving dangerous goods or sensitive freight.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A license with a clean driving record; experience with tractor-trailers preferred.
• Proven experience in commercial truck driving, including delivery driving and route driving in port environments.
• Knowledge of refrigerated trailer operations, hazardous materials regulations (Hazmat), and dangerous goods handling.
• Ability to operate manual transmission trucks confidently; familiarity with flatbed and tanker trucks is a plus.
• Strong understanding of FMCSA, DOT regulations, and safety procedures related to truck loading/unloading and cargo handling.
• Experience with GPS navigation systems for route planning and execution.
• Excellent manual handling skills for load & unload tasks; physically capable of managing freight safely.

Embark on a rewarding career where your driving skills make a difference! We are committed to providing a safe working environment that values your expertise in commercial driving while supporting your growth in logistics cargo handling and transportation excellence.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• At least 6 months of NY/NJ port experience

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30