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DHL Express (USA), Inc.
PT Driver
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$40,373 / year median in New Jersey
-19% projected decline
Job Description
What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee's individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world. Distinguished as No. 1 World's Best Workplace™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment
- to our business, to each other and to our global communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Under tight deadlines, drives vehicle to customer sites, climbs in and out of vehicle, and walks up and down stairs as required to pick up and deliver documents and packages to and from customers according to established procedures, in all weather conditions Picks up, handles and delivers time sensitive documents and packages in a safe and punctual manner considering traffic patterns, alternative routes, traffic regulations, and driving conditions in order to meet customer and DHL time requirements Ensures all delivery material received is safely delivered to correct consignee Operates a scanner to record shipping and package information for documents/packages picked up or delivered Maintains good work habits, including reporting to work on time and adhering to standard work and safety procedures Reports any suspected breach of security or unusual happenings to supervisor immediately May assist supervisor in orienting, training, assigning and checking the work of lower level courier May assist supervisor in performing check rides to review performance and the proper use of routes and practicesSkills & Qualifications:
Valid Driver's License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets Driving Privileges standards Must be 21+ years old Excellent customer service skills Map reading skills and knowledge of delivery area preferred Previous professional driving experience, preferably in a delivery role Candidate must pass pre-employment background, drug and medical physical screeningPhysical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to seventy (70) lbs occasionally Must be able to lift forty (40) lbs frequently Must be able to walk, climb stairs, reach overhead, squat, bend, kneel, stoop and crouch repeatedly Employee Benefits & Incentives DHL Express benefits and incentive offerings are designed to reflect a substantial experience for both employees and their dependents during their career and life journey. The specifics will vary, but wherever you join and in whatever role, you'll find our benefits and rewards are among the best in the industry.They include:
Competitive Pay- $22.25/ hourly Bonus/Incentive Programs Retirement Savings
- 401K with company match Medical, Dental, Vision, well-being programs Tuition Reimbursement Generous Paid Time Off
- Starting at 4 Weeks (PT/FT) Paid Leave Employee Discount Program Employee Assistance & Work Life Program Outstanding training opportunities DHL is an equal opportunity employer .