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Final Mile Driver

Southeastern Freight Lines

Independence, KYFull-time$31.35–34.5/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$31.35–34.5/hr
Location
Independence, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License With Acceptable MVR

Job overview

Southeastern Freight Lines is hiring a Final Mile Driver. The Final Mile Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of freight locally, excluding hazardous materials, using a non-CDL-A vehicle. This role involves loading and unloading shipments, performing frequent lifting and carrying, and inspecting the vehicle for safe operating conditions. The driver will also manage all necessary paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.

Key focus areas include Pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally in a non CDL-A vehicle, Load and unload shipments, individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment, and Perform frequent lifting, pulling and carrying of freight.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 21+, High School Diploma Or GED, and Pass Background Check. Important skills include Load And Unload Shipments, Perform Frequent Lifting, Pulling And Carrying Of Freight, Inspect Vehicle For Defects And Safe Operating Condition, Check Shipping Papers, and Properly Handle And Complete All Necessary Paperwork. Preferred (not required): Pallet Jack and Box Truck.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Load and Unload ShipmentsPerform Frequent Lifting, Pulling and Carrying of FreightInspect Vehicle for Defects and Safe Operating ConditionCheck Shipping PapersProperly Handle and Complete All Necessary PaperworkPallet JackBox Truck

Qualifications

Must Be 21 Years OldHigh School Diploma or GEDSatisfactorily Pass Background CheckSatisfactorily Pass Alcohol and Drug TestValid Driver's License With Acceptable MVR6 Months of Driving ExperienceWilling to Enter Driver Trainee Program After One YearPrevious Load & Unload ExperiencePrevious Delivery Driver ExperienceCDL B

Full job description

As a Final Mile Driver, you will pick up, transport, and deliver freight locally, not to include hazardous materials, in a non CDL-A vehicle.

Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of freight from origin to destination. Load and unload shipments, either individually or with assistance , with or without mechanical freight handling equipment. Perform frequent lifting, pulling and carrying of freight. Inspects vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report on the condition of the vehicle at the end of each trip. Check shipping papers to determine the nature of load to ensure hazardous materials are not present. Ensure all shipping documentation ( e.g. manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, etc.) required to move with shipments is available for inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompany shipment when delivered. Properly handle and complete all necessary paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.

For this role, you must : be at least 21 years old ; have a High School Diploma or GED ; have the ability to satisfactorily pass background check and alcohol and drug test ; have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) ; have at least 6 months of driving experience, to include a personal motor vehicle ; and be willing to enter Southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program after successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role. We would prefer you to have previous experience including Pallet Jack, Load & unload, Box Truck, Delivery Driver, or CDL B. Pay: $31.35-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

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