What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL-A Driver / Car Hauler (OTR) position at USAL?
About The Position
A USAL driver / car hauler is responsible for transporting vehicles between manufacturing facilities, shipping ports, rail yards, terminals, and dealerships. The driver / car hauler partners with our operations, safety, and administrative teams to ensure the safe, on-time, legally-compliant, and damage-free delivery of our customers' vehicles.
What USAL Drivers Enjoy
Being a Car Hauler At USAL Requires a Little Extra To Maximize Your Earning Potential And Success. Here's What "good" Looks Like
Preferred Requirements
To maximize one's eligibility for this position, the candidate should reside within 150 miles of 1001 Railhead Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76177, USA.
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status. The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces by conducting pre-employment drug testing.
A USAL driver / car hauler is responsible for transporting vehicles between manufacturing facilities, shipping ports, rail yards, terminals, and dealerships. The driver / car hauler partners with our operations, safety, and administrative teams to ensure the safe, on-time, legally-compliant, and damage-free delivery of our customers' vehicles.
What USAL Drivers Enjoy
- A pay-for-performance model; the average annual salary of our driver workforce is $105,000
- Annual bonus potential of $10,000-$15,000
- Training pay of $1,300-$1,500 per week
- $0.75 per mile for all miles
- Referral bonus program
- Exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Ten company holidays
- Predictable work schedules and weekly home time
- New, modern day cabs and sleeper equipment
- An assigned fleet manager and terminal support staff dedicated to one's professional and personal success
- A work environment nurtured with cooperation, ownership, respect, and empathy
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- 17 days of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal needs with annual payout option
- Company-paid mobile phone
- Annual uniform allowance
- Vehicle purchase programs
Being a Car Hauler At USAL Requires a Little Extra To Maximize Your Earning Potential And Success. Here's What "good" Looks Like
- A commitment to a "safety-first" mindset and a passion to meet a weekly performance standard
- The motivation to do the right thing, every time
- A commitment to delivering vehicles the S.O.L.D. way---safely, on-time, legally-compliant, and damage-free
- A willingness to embrace technology (e.g., electronic logs, computer systems, smart phones, apps, web-based tools) and an attitude of continuous improvement
- Showing pride in yourself and equipment---courteous, professional behavior; a neat appearance in company uniform; and a well-maintained truck, trailer, and/or tools
Preferred Requirements
- At least two (2) years of auto transport experience with 9-10 car trailer within the past five years
- Previous experience with flatbed, tanker, or food service deliveries
- Demonstrated stable work history
- At least two (2) years of over-the-road experience operating a Class 8 tractor and 41' trailer
- Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record
- Valid DOT medical certificate
- High school diploma or GED
- Twenty-three (23) years of age
- Successful pre-employment screening and drug test
- Successful interview and road test
- Ability to read and write English
- Legally able to work in the United States
- Transitioning veterans - Honorable discharge, minimum of three (3) years' experience in MOS 88M or 3531, and Military Skills Test Waiver
- Safely climb in/out of a tractor cab and on trailer
- Sit for extended periods of time
- Walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including working outdoors in inclement weather
- Reach (including above head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel
- Operate a tractor-trailer in all types of weather, while safely transporting vehicles
- Plan travel routes and meet delivery schedules
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Report defects, accidents, or violations
- Maintain courteous, professional behavior and a neat appearance
To maximize one's eligibility for this position, the candidate should reside within 150 miles of 1001 Railhead Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76177, USA.
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status. The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces by conducting pre-employment drug testing.
Salary : $10,000 - $15,000