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Life Couriers
CDL (B) Hazmat Driver
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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
Description:
At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life's critical moments- to save lives.
- We provide customers with a patient-focused experience, ensuring every delivery supports critical moments in patient care. Accountability
- We own our actions, conduct, and performance. We learn from our mistakes and are dedicated solution finders, driving the business forward with a patient-first quality emphasis. Respect
- Our employees are the heart of our success. We are approachable, open, and honest with each other and work collaboratively to achieve shared goals. Enthusiasm
- We promote a culture of engagement in what we do.
Responsibilities:
Comply with ICC and FMSCA regulations daily. Transport freight from distribution to delivery site without error. Maintaining a detailed log of working hours in compliance with state and federal regulations. Completes Hazardous Material shipping orders papers in accordance with DOT/TC Regulations. Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip. Load and unload freight to and from vehicle using safety perimeters that are put into place. Securing cargo and properly arranging and balancing it within the vehicle. Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times. Responsible for counting and recording quantities and styles of product delivered and picked up to ensure accurate paperwork for customer transactions. Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions. Provide a high standard of customer service while delivering goods to customers. Other responsibilities as assigned by management.Weekly Work Schedule:
Monday:
10:00 PM- 6:30
AM Tuesday:
Off Wednesday:
Off Thursday:
10:00 PM- 6:30
AM Friday:
10:00 PM- 6:30
AM Note:
Friday may change to 5:00 PM- 2:30 AM depending on operational demands.
Saturday:
10:00 PM- 6:30
AM Sunday:
10:00 PM- 6:30 AM These hours are subject to change based off business needs.
Pay Range:
$26- 28
Per Hour Requirements:
Skills Required:
Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws. Strong time management and customer service skills. Keen attention to detail skills. Strong commitment to safety. Excellent navigational skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Use handheld device for routing information and customer delivery informationTravel & Work Conditions:
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds. Possible exposure to extreme hot and cold weather elements when outside or driving. Ability to walk, drive, lift, and carry heavy items for extended periods. Travel up to 20% if needed.Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. A valid DOT medical card. Has CDL Class B with Hazmat endorsement with no more than 2 moving violations or at-fault accidents in the last 3 years. Ability to pass a DOT drug test to meet FMSCA requirements. May be required to have an airbrake endorsement depending on geographical locations to meet customer's expectations.Work Authorization:
Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.Safety Sensitive Position:
Yes.What we offer:
Weekly pay Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire 401(k) with match Short- & Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Company paid and optional Life Insurance Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance Paid Time Off & Sick Pay Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.