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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,873 / year median in California
-20% projected decline
Job Description
- It's more than a job
- As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises.
And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
- •Quick is seeking a reliable and customer-focused Driver to safely transport shipments while delivering exceptional service to customers and vendors.
This role is responsible for pickup and delivery operations, shipment verification, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with company safety, security, and transportation procedures.
- How you create impact
- + Safely operate company vehicles while adhering to all transportation, safety, and security regulations.
+ Pick up, transport, and deliver shipments between customer, vendor, airline, and company locations in a timely manner.
+ Load and unload freight, ensuring all shipments are handled safely and accurately.
+ Verify shipment information against transportation documentation and ensure accuracy before transport.
+ Maintain accurate manifests, run sheets, delivery records, and required transportation paperwork.
+ Conduct routine vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness, security, and operational readiness.
+ Communicate regularly with dispatch teams regarding shipment status, route updates, and operational issues to ensure efficient service delivery. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
- What we would like you to bring
- + Valid driver's license with a safe driving record and the ability to meet company driving requirements.
+ Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to accurately manage shipment documentation, follow procedures, and maintain attention to detail.
+ Forklift certification and Dangerous Goods (DG) certification, or the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications.
+ Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., operate material handling equipment, and work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- What's in it for you
- At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues.
We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is between $22 and $24. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-KE1 Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist in specific processes [e.g. screening applications, interview scheduling]. These tools analyze information to support decision-making, but final decisions are made by human reviewers.
- Who we are
- Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on.
At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world. As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine. We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.
Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Flexible Work Schedules