Class A Tractor Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description :

Route is from Monday – Saturday. Route has  unpaid off duty  layover (sleeper berth) in Wilmington (split shift).

The equipment used for this route is a tractor with manual transmission and 53 foot dry van.

Driver collects mail from the three Fayetteville Post Office’s at 3 : 30am. Mail is transported to the Azalea Post Office in Wilmington by 7 : 00am. Tractor lays over in Wilmington until 2 : 45pm. After the layover, driver must report to the Azalea Post Office at 2 : 45pm and Myrtle Grove Post Office at 3 : 15pm to load the tractor. The driver transports load from Wilmington, NC back to Fayetteville, NC to unload. Route ends at 6 : 00pm. Route pay is 7 hours per shift. (Approximately 42 hours per week).

Collecting mail consists of physically loading tractor / trailer with rolling containers containing mail. Dropping off mail consists of physically offloading tractor / trailer by pushing rolling containers.

Must pass a DOT Physical, Postal Background Check and a Drug Test. We have immediate openings!

Skills

Desires a minimum of 2 years of over the road driving experience and the ability to maneuver and back in tight spots. Must have a clean driving record, can have limited minor violations. Ability to read, comprehend, and write in the English language and perform simple tasks with the mental ability to handle receipts, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs. Must be able to use a GPS to go to different Post Offices. Driver must have a smart phone and be able to use Mapquest / google maps driving directions. Must have detailed knowledge of and comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, regulations, and guidelines, including but not limited to, those governing safe driving, hours of service, inspections, and transportation. Ability to meet DOT regulations and guidelines pertaining to the physical qualifications for commercial drivers. Ability to satisfactorily pass alcohol and drug tests. Ability to be subject to irregular work schedules, short notice for assignment of trip, tight delivery schedules, delays on trip, and other stress and fatigue related to driving a truck on crowded streets and highways in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

Desires 2 years of driving experience. A High School Diploma or GED is required. Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A). Must be able to operate in an independent environment with limited supervision. Must be able to pass a Postal background check and a drug test.

Company benefits include :  Fringe Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, and 11 Federal Paid Holidays.

Job Type : We have both full-time / Part time positions available

Salary : $25.69 per hour

Benefits :

• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Health and Welfare
Schedule :
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location : Multiple Locations