What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver (5207) position at Radiant Logistics?
Description
Class B Driver
The CDL Class B Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transportation of goods in support of station operations. This role involves operating Class B commercial vehicles for local and regional deliveries, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations, and delivering excellent customer service.
Responsibilities may be adjusted based on operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Education & Experience
Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Starting pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, skills, and job-related knowledge. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Additional Compensation: This position includes an on-call stipend for participation in the on-call rotation.
Featured Benefits
Radiant Logistics, Inc. (www.radiantdelivers.com) (NYSE American: RLGT) is a publicly traded third party logistics company providing technology-enabled global transportation and value added logistics solutions primarily to customers based in the United States and Canada. Through its comprehensive service offering, Radiant provides domestic and international freight forwarding along with truck and rail brokerage services to a diversified account base including manufacturers, distributors and retailers which it supports from an extensive network of Radiant and agent-owned offices throughout North America and other key markets around the world. Radiant's value-added logistics services include warehouse and distribution, customs brokerage, order fulfillment, inventory management and technology services.
As part of Radiant, you'll join a learning environment in which passion, dedication, and a commitment to getting the job done are valued. That’s what being on our team is all about. It’s an environment in which you can thrive and gain valuable skills and experience, which also helps Radiant grow. If this sounds like the kind of company you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!
Radiant is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Class B Driver
- Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)
- Location: Romulus, MI
- Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
The CDL Class B Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient transportation of goods in support of station operations. This role involves operating Class B commercial vehicles for local and regional deliveries, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations, and delivering excellent customer service.
Responsibilities may be adjusted based on operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Class B commercial vehicles (e.g., straight trucks, box trucks) for pickups and deliveries
- Transport goods safely and efficiently while meeting delivery schedules
- Load and unload freight, ensuring proper handling and securement
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation
- Comply with all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety policies
- Plan and follow efficient delivery routes using GPS and routing tools
- Provide professional and courteous customer service at delivery and pickup locations
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and liftgates as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicles
- Report mechanical issues, delays, accidents, or safety concerns promptly
- Assist with warehouse operations as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience preferred
- Valid CDL Class B license required
- Current DOT Medical Card required
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required
- Familiarity with the Metro Detroit area preferred
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Ability to safely operate Class B commercial vehicles
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices
- Experience with liftgate operations and freight handling
- Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks
- Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Must report to work on time and ready to perform duties
- Start times may vary based on business needs
- Participation in an on-call rotation may be required
- Combination of driving and warehouse environments
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
- Warehouse may be heated but not air-conditioned
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and arms
- Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Frequent pushing and pulling of freight
- Deliveries may include stairs, liftgates, and team lifts
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to read and understand instructions, delivery documents, and safety guidelines
- Ability to complete basic reports and communicate effectively with team members and customers
Salary Range: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Starting pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, skills, and job-related knowledge. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Additional Compensation: This position includes an on-call stipend for participation in the on-call rotation.
Featured Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (employee and family coverage)
- Company-paid basic life insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
- Health Savings Account with company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3.5% employer match
- 80 hours of front-loaded Sick Pay
- 80 hours of Vacation Pay annually, with increases based on tenure
- 7 paid holidays per year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Radiant Logistics, Inc. (www.radiantdelivers.com) (NYSE American: RLGT) is a publicly traded third party logistics company providing technology-enabled global transportation and value added logistics solutions primarily to customers based in the United States and Canada. Through its comprehensive service offering, Radiant provides domestic and international freight forwarding along with truck and rail brokerage services to a diversified account base including manufacturers, distributors and retailers which it supports from an extensive network of Radiant and agent-owned offices throughout North America and other key markets around the world. Radiant's value-added logistics services include warehouse and distribution, customs brokerage, order fulfillment, inventory management and technology services.
As part of Radiant, you'll join a learning environment in which passion, dedication, and a commitment to getting the job done are valued. That’s what being on our team is all about. It’s an environment in which you can thrive and gain valuable skills and experience, which also helps Radiant grow. If this sounds like the kind of company you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!
Radiant is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Salary : $18 - $23