Class A CDL Truck Driver

TITLE: Class A CDL Truck Driver

REPORTS TO: Logistics Manager

LOCATION: East Palatka, FL

SUMMARY: Versed in DOT safety regulations, vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and on-time deliveries. Reliable, safety-focused, and committed to efficient route completion. Customer-focused with strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with dispatchers. Possess a clean driving record and the ability to drive and operate Class A commercial vehicles for local and regional routes. box trucks for long distances.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operate Class A commercial vehicles safely and professionally
• Communicate and coordinate with dispatch regarding routes and schedules
• Comply with all local, state, and federal DOT regulations
• Operate local routes with 1–2 overnight regional runs per week
• Ensure freight is properly secured and protected
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain driver logs, ELDs, and delivery documentation
• Safely enter and exit trucks and trailers

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Minimum three (3) years of verifiable CDL driving experience
• Reefer experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol testing
• Valid DOT physical / medical card
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely climb in and out of trailers
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and GPS navigation

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/GED required 
• Valid Class A CDL
• Maintain an acceptable driving record for the preceding five (5) years, as verified through Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) checks in accordance with Company standards
• Maintain a valid DOT Medical Certificate to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Local driving environment with 1–2 overnight regional runs per week
• Fast-paced transportation and logistics environment
• Exposure to varying weather conditions
• Physical activity including lifting, climbing, and inspection

CORE COMPETENCIES & BEHAVIORS:

Team Oriented

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others
• Is approachable and open to different opinions and feedback
• Earns the confidence, trust, and respect of others

Communication

• Communicates in an open and honest way
• Builds consensus –solicitsinput and discusses options with people affected before making decisions
• Keeps others informed, communicates expectations, and shares information
• Listens actively to external and internal customers, while understanding others’ views and needs

Values Driven

• Supports, promotes, and models the values of the L&M Family of Companies (Respect, Passion, Leadership, Excellence … always with Unyielding Integrity)
• Fully aligns with the enterprise and the Company’sSuccess Model
• Balances entrepreneurial spirit with the needs of others and the Vision of the Company
• Shows a strong work ethic and commitment to the Company
• Treats customers, carriers, and growers as business partners and constantly looks for ways to provide better service

Employment with L&M is based upon skill, ability, education, and performance. L&M makes recruitment, employment, promotional and all other Human Resource decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other class protected by state or local law.

L&M is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application and interview process and, if hired, to perform the essential functions of the job and enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment.  

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