CDL-A OTR Team Driver at Waseyabek Development Company in Holland, Michigan
Posted in Other 13 days ago.
Job Description:
Team Driver OTR CDL-A Operator
POSITION SUMMARY
$5000 sign-on bonus for established teams!
As a Team Driver OTR CDL-A Operator you are essential to the daily operations of Green Transportation. In this role you will safely operate a tractor-trailer, make regular and frequent trips and deliveries to our customers while upholding the standard of excellence that Green Transportation carries.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Safely and professionally operating a Class A commercial motor vehicle
Following guidelines issued by the FMCSA and DOT in accordance with rules and regulations surrounding safe and compliant operation of a commercial motor vehicle
Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your vehicle and equipment to ensure proper and legal working order, notifying the maintenance department if any issues need to be addressed
Planning your trip and routing as advised by your Road Pilot Reference guide and provided manifest information for each trip
Communicating with dispatch on a consistent basis via email and phone as to provide updates on your load status, location, and any other requested information
Contacting external business partners to coordinate safe and proper procedures of loading and unloading the vehicle
Inspecting freight upon departure, arrival, and delivery as well as monitoring and/or assisting in the removal of freight to the tail of the trailer as needed
Maintaining procedural paperwork of daily duties ie. bills of lading and proof of delivery paperwork, maintaining your trip-sheet information and collecting fuel receipts
When adverse conditions occur or may occur, maintain contact with dispatch and operations as to receive guidance on next steps
Safely unload freight both palletized and non-palletized whether assisted or unassisted as necessary
Follow instructions/guidance of upper management regardless of personal opinions or beliefs
Serve as a great example of the Green Culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of Green Transportation
Must demonstrate the ability to be discrete, prompt and professional
Communicate effectively with team members
Experience filling out and retaining BOL’s and POD’s
Support Green Transportation’s values, principles, vision, and mission
Other duties as may be assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Valid CDL-A with 2 years of verifiable DOT CDL-A Tractor-Trailer driving experience
Must be able to support the Green Transportation culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
US Citizenship required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Transportation and Logistics
Knowledge of FMCSA rules and regulations
Knowledge of DOT regulations and guidelines
Experience with Tractor-trailer operations
COMMUNICATION
Effectively and regularly communicate with the Green Transportation Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor
Support Green Transportation’s values, principles, vision, and mission
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lift up to 50lbs frequently to occasionally
Load and manipulate manual pallet jacks with palletized freight frequently
Stand/walk/drive up to 14 hours per day
Bend and Twist frequently
Reach/work above shoulders frequently
Fine manipulations frequently
Gross manipulation frequently
Push/pull frequently
Operate a tractor-trailer
PAY RATE & SCHEDULE
Experienced Drivers averaging $1700-$1900/week per driver
Mileage rate based on experience
$60 to the truck per outbound delivery stop
$40 to the truck per pick/drop inbound after the first pick-up
Outbound detention rate to the truck $20 per half hour after 2.5 hours after appointment time
Inbound detention rate to the truck $10 per hour after 5 hours after appointment time
$200 additional pay to the truck for two-day deliveries for planned layovers during outbound deliveries for our sister company
This position typically leaves out Saturday or Sunday, making deliveries over Monday and/or Tuesday, and back home Thursday or Friday. On a weekly rotation we guarantee a 34-hour reset at home.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Tractor-Trailer operation over the road
TRAVEL
This position requires frequent travel to and from delivery locations
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time exempt position
RELOCATION
Relocation expenses are not provided, must be able to commute to Holland, Michigan terminal frequently.
HIRING PREFERENCE
Green Transportation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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