Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation
CDL - A Driver
Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Job Title: CDL-A Driver
Summary / Primary Role: The CDL-A Driver will safely operate a tractor-trailer within the guidelines of the Department of Transportation and company policy to secure and transport consumer products timely and damage free. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain daily contact with operations to receive daily dispatches from the Shipping/Receiving Office. Complete safety inspection record; inspect equipment and accessories to ensure safe operating condition. Turn in at the end of the day. Perform miscellaneous maintenance such as daily checking oil, water, gasoline, tires, lights, etc. Report any equipment problems to dispatch and maintenance. Maintain company assigned tractor/truck, chassis' and flatbed in accordance with all DOT rules and regulations. Maintain equipment that is retrieved to pass safety checks. Ensure proper securing of all previously loaded containers on chassis'. Responsible for completing company loading ticket and transfer to proper location. Verify that all paperwork matches the material that is loaded for shipment. Ensure that all loaded containers are secured for transport to the rail. Shuttle driver to fill out LRP tickets to ensure LRP number is correct and moving in the correct direction. Transport product by tractor-trailer between two or more points of origin and destination, interstate and intrastate, observing and obeying all traffic laws and safety regulations. Review all load assignment details and required paperwork to ensure permits and licenses are in the tractor and are in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Review the load assignment pick-up and delivery dates and travel time against the log book to ensure adequate hours of service are available for timely delivery. Ensure load is properly secured according to federal, state regulations and Company policy. While loaded with product, inspect product for damage and confirm securement. Immediately report any product damage or securement issues to appropriate departments. Document any damages to retrieved containers on the rail J-1 form. Immediately report any delay in transit to pick-up or delivery locations to dispatch. Adhere to Company personal protective equipment policies. Report all incidents and accidents in accordance with Company policy immediately. Maintains simple records of deliveries and obtains signatures for product delivery. Maintain all records required for compliance with Company, state and federal regulations. Operate two-way communication equipment to exchange necessary information required of the position. Comply with all DOT, FMCSA, state, and local regulations required of the position. ALL OTHER DUTIES AND PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED. Qualifications and Key Skills: High school Diploma or equivalent Valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) issued by state of residence At least six months of verifiable interstate experience operating a commercial motor vehicle Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening Knowledge of DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Rules and Regulations No convictions for any offense listed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations at 49 CFR 383.51 Experience with satellite communication devices and computer literacy strongly preferred Competencies: Adaptability Follow Direction Punctual and Reliable Cooperative Oral/Written Communication Team Player Customer Focus Professionalism Time Management Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibility. Expected Hours of Work: Associate must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with overtime required as scheduled. Travel Requirements: N/A Work Environment: This position is located both in indoor and outdoor conditions, with some exposure to varying temperature and weather conditions, fluctuating noise levels, vibration, odors, fumes, vapor, dust, gases, oils, poor ventilation, proximity to moving parts, vehicles, electrical current and exposure to chemicals. This role routinely uses securement equipment such as chains, binders, and ratchet strips. Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Summary / Primary Role: The CDL-A Driver will safely operate a tractor-trailer within the guidelines of the Department of Transportation and company policy to secure and transport consumer products timely and damage free. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain daily contact with operations to receive daily dispatches from the Shipping/Receiving Office. Complete safety inspection record; inspect equipment and accessories to ensure safe operating condition. Turn in at the end of the day. Perform miscellaneous maintenance such as daily checking oil, water, gasoline, tires, lights, etc. Report any equipment problems to dispatch and maintenance. Maintain company assigned tractor/truck, chassis' and flatbed in accordance with all DOT rules and regulations. Maintain equipment that is retrieved to pass safety checks. Ensure proper securing of all previously loaded containers on chassis'. Responsible for completing company loading ticket and transfer to proper location. Verify that all paperwork matches the material that is loaded for shipment. Ensure that all loaded containers are secured for transport to the rail. Shuttle driver to fill out LRP tickets to ensure LRP number is correct and moving in the correct direction. Transport product by tractor-trailer between two or more points of origin and destination, interstate and intrastate, observing and obeying all traffic laws and safety regulations. Review all load assignment details and required paperwork to ensure permits and licenses are in the tractor and are in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Review the load assignment pick-up and delivery dates and travel time against the log book to ensure adequate hours of service are available for timely delivery. Ensure load is properly secured according to federal, state regulations and Company policy. While loaded with product, inspect product for damage and confirm securement. Immediately report any product damage or securement issues to appropriate departments. Document any damages to retrieved containers on the rail J-1 form. Immediately report any delay in transit to pick-up or delivery locations to dispatch. Adhere to Company personal protective equipment policies. Report all incidents and accidents in accordance with Company policy immediately. Maintains simple records of deliveries and obtains signatures for product delivery. Maintain all records required for compliance with Company, state and federal regulations. Operate two-way communication equipment to exchange necessary information required of the position. Comply with all DOT, FMCSA, state, and local regulations required of the position. ALL OTHER DUTIES AND PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED. Qualifications and Key Skills: High school Diploma or equivalent Valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) issued by state of residence At least six months of verifiable interstate experience operating a commercial motor vehicle Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening Knowledge of DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Rules and Regulations No convictions for any offense listed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations at 49 CFR 383.51 Experience with satellite communication devices and computer literacy strongly preferred Competencies: Adaptability Follow Direction Punctual and Reliable Cooperative Oral/Written Communication Team Player Customer Focus Professionalism Time Management Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibility. Expected Hours of Work: Associate must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with overtime required as scheduled. Travel Requirements: N/A Work Environment: This position is located both in indoor and outdoor conditions, with some exposure to varying temperature and weather conditions, fluctuating noise levels, vibration, odors, fumes, vapor, dust, gases, oils, poor ventilation, proximity to moving parts, vehicles, electrical current and exposure to chemicals. This role routinely uses securement equipment such as chains, binders, and ratchet strips. Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.