Summary
Location
Hermantown
Type
full-time
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About this role
Overview
Pay is $35.50 per hour
- $35.50 per hour
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Work-life balance
- Growing company
- Friendly & Positive culture
- New Equipment & Clean facilities
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company match
Responsibilities
P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading and unloading freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner between our Service Centers and our customers.
- Perform pre and post trip inspections on the tractor and trailer that is being utilized
- Properly document all freight control processes
- Read and understand maps, road signs, shipping papers, hazardous materials markings and labeling identifications
- Affix correct placards to tractor/trailer when necessary
- Maintain cleanliness of company vehicle
- Assist customers in preparation of shipping papers
- Interact and converse with external/internal customers
- Safely operate a forklift to unload/ load products when indicated and needed
- Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
- Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
- Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual
Qualifications
- At least 23 years of age
- At least 18 months of commercial driving experience
- Valid Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsement
- Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card
- No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operations in the past 3 years
- Less than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
- Basic math skills
- Fluent in English
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
- Able to pass a drug screen
Benefits
- $35.50 per hour
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Work-life balance
- Growing company
- Friendly & Positive culture
- New Equipment & Clean facilities
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
- Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
- 401(k) plan, Company match
Other facts
About Dayton Freight
Welcome to the official Dayton Freight Lines Linkedin Page. Many companies deliver freight, Dayton Freight delivers SERVICE! This page will help communicate our philosophy, culture, achievements and career opportunities.
Company Overview
Founded in 1981, Dayton Freight is a private, union-free LTL freight carrier headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. With 54 Service Centers in the Midwest region, Dayton Freight offers shippers 1 or 2 day service to thousands of points throughout an 13 state area. With our Strategic Alliance Network, we can serve all of the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Guam.
With an emphasis on company-owned facilities and a culture that is professional, positive and people-centered, we attribute our growth to the dedication of our employees and the loyalty of our customers and business partners.
Our Mission
"The mission of Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is to be the recognized leader in providing high quality regional LTL transportation services. We will accomplish our mission through trained and empowered employees who are dedicated to continuous improvements that focus on our customers and internal processes. Our ultimate measure of success will come from customer loyalty and partnerships. The services provided by Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. are the end result of our efforts and designed to meet or exceed our customers’ needs and expectations."
Our Vision
Delivering Value Today. Driving The Standard For Tomorrow
What you'll do
- P&D Drivers are responsible for transporting, loading, and unloading freight safely and efficiently. They must perform inspections on vehicles and maintain cleanliness while adhering to operational guidelines.
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