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CDL Class A Driver

Pinnacle Logistics

Laredo, TXJob$18–21/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$18–21/hr
Location
Laredo, TX
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's LicenseValid Medical Card

Job overview

Pinnacle Logistics is hiring a CDL Class A Driver. Pinnacle Logistics is seeking a CDL Class A Driver to safely operate a tractor/trailer, transport freight, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The role involves conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, using in-cab technology, and providing professional customer service. Candidates should be capable of handling various tasks including unloading appliance trailers and maneuvering trailer dollies.

Key focus areas include Safely operate a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight, Maintain records required for compliance with regulations, and Ensure security of equipment and cargo.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Age 21+, and 1+ Year Driving Experience. Important skills include Operating Tractor/Trailer, Maintaining Records, Ensuring Security Of Equipment And Cargo, Pre-Trip Inspections, Post-Trip Inspections, and Reporting Maintenance Problems.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

Operating Tractor/TrailerMaintaining RecordsEnsuring Security of Equipment and CargoPre-Trip InspectionsPost-Trip InspectionsReporting Maintenance ProblemsVerifying AWB NumbersVerifying Piece CountsElectronic LogsTabletsProfessional ServiceCourteous ServiceUnloading Appliance TrailersTouch FreightPallet JackAppliance DollyDropping/Hooking TrailersCoupling TrailersCranking Landing GearPulling 5th Wheel PinManeuvering a Trailer DollyState Motor Vehicle LawsFMCSA Rules and RegulationsInteracting Well With OthersWorking Under Tight Time ConstraintsWorking in High-Volume EnvironmentManaging Multiple Priorities

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or EquivalentMust Be 21+1 Year Driving ExperienceValid Class a Commercial Driver's LicenseAcceptable MVRValid Medical CardPass Road TestComply With Company Policies, Rules, Procedures and Code of ConductPass Pre-Employment Drug ScreenPass Random Drug and/or Alcohol TestsSubject to Criminal History Background Check

Full job description

CDL Class A Driver

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  • Location 11204 McPherson, Suites 111, Laredo, TX, 78045, United States

  • Base Pay $18.00 - $21.00 / Hour

Description

Pinnacle Logistics is a leading provider of surface transportation, supply chain management, and related logistics services. We manage the shipments to and from over 40 freight terminals every day. We are growing rapidly and looking for enthusiastic, positive and talented people to join our customer service team.

*Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations

  • Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations

  • Ensure security of equipment and cargo

  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer prior to each trip and at the end of each trip

  • Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision

  • Verify AWB numbers and piece counts versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.

  • Required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs and tablets.

  • May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs

  • Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public

*Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background

  • 21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations (1-year driving experience required)

  • Local P&D willing to unload appliance trailers and touch freight to unload with Pallet jack and appliance dolly .

  • Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License

  • Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly

  • Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR & produce valid medical card.

  • Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations

  • Must pass a road test

  • Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct

  • Must be able to interact well with others

  • Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities

  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check

  • Shift: 8am- 3pm .

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