CDL-A OTR Truck Driver

Solo OTR CDL-A Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Solo 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

$1500 weekly average guarantee

Mileage rate based on experience

Hourly rate for localized work based on experience

$60 per outbound delivery stop

$40 per pick/drop inbound after the first pick-up

Outbound detention rate $10 per half hour after 2.5 hours after appointment time

Inbound detention rate $5 per hour after 5 hours after appointment time

$100 additional pay for two day deliveries for planned layovers during outbound deliveries for our sister company

This position typically leaves out Saturday or Sunday morning, making deliveries over Monday and Tuesday and back home Thursday or Friday. On a weekly rotation we guarantee a 34 hour reset.

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.