What are the responsibilities and job description for the Over The Road Driver position at van Hoekelen Greenhouses, Inc.?
ATTENTION CLASS A CDL DRIVERS!!
van Hoekelen Greenhouses is seeking Class A Truck Drivers!!
Local & Regional Drivers
- 2022 & 2024 Internationals & 53’ Reefer Trailers
- Year-round Steady Employment
- Paid Holidays and Vacations (PTO)
Monthly Mileage Safety & Annual Longevity Bonuses
Truck Driving Requirements
· Able to work a flexible schedule and as many as 12-14 hours in a day, including any of the shifts (day, evening, night, and weekend) and stay out for an extended period of time .
· Unload & load freight off/on truck; lift freight up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally; safely operate heavy equipment; move, position and connect/disconnect a converter dolly with an average weight/pull force of approximately 128 lbs.; safely climb in and out of a tractor cab and trailer; sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor and/or forklift; safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery; operate a tractor/trailer combination up to 11 consecutive hours, in all types of weather, while safely transporting hazardous/non-hazardous materials; and safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat & kneel as necessary to perform the job duties. Properly secure load.
· Perform vehicle inspections required under section 396.13 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
· Maintain a current Class A CDL
· Operate and maintain records in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), Department of Transportation (DOT) and company policies as required.
- TWIC Card a plus
- Complete our online driver application at www.vhgreenhouses.com/driver-application
- One Year Minimum CDL-A Experience
- Valid CDL-A Driver's License (permits not accepted)
- Reefer Experience a Plus
- Must Meet Criminal Background Guidelines
- Must be in Compliance with FMCSR’s
- Clean Driving Record
- No more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in the most recent 3 years
- No more than 2 moving violations and/or accidents in the past year and no more than 3 in the past 3 years
- Willing & Able to Deliver to all 48 states (average time away from home varies)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Passenger ride along program
- Pet rider program
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Commercial Driving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hazleton, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations