Driver DOT/Warehouse

** Driver DOT/Warehouse****Job Category****:** Stations-West **Requisition Number****:** DRIVE03855 Showing 1 location **Job Details****Description*****Pilot Freight Services is seeking a full time DOT Driver for our Hawthorn, CA location******Essential Functions:**** Understand and comply with all State, Federal, DOT and TSA regulations.* Check in with dispatch daily for assigned pickup/delivery route.* Operate vehicle to transport materials to and from in a safe and efficient manner.* Present self in a clean and professional manner at all times.+ Pilot identification including but not limited to ID badge and or required Pilot apparel.* Perform inspection of assigned unit and complete all required paperwork.+ Ensure equipment is kept in proper repair and working order.+ Clean and secure assigned unit and the end of shift.+ Complete DOT logs if required* Load and unload freight from truck utilizing the proper equipment and securing for transit when necessary.* Check for and notate/communicate damages/shortages or other exceptions.* Maintain communication with dispatch, promptly report all delays.* Function and use of drivers application for all pickups and deliveries.* Verify all freight corresponds to paperwork.* Assist and apply additional packing to shipments when needed.* Assist in warehouse if needed.* Able to work variable hours, including weekends and overtime.* Clocking in/out daily (including lunch breaks) and maintain lunch/break schedule independently.* Other duties assigned deemed necessary by the Cartage Supervisor.***SKILLS/COMPETENCIES**** Able to apply basic problem-solving skills.* Ability to read and interpret maps.+ Strong knowledge of the roadways throughout the immediate and surrounding areas.* Ability to read and understand tariff signs and signals.* Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms and other related documents.* Basic PC skills.* Good written and verbal skills.* Ability to discern numbers and information.* Ability to manage deadlines.* Able to use various dock equipment sucks as forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink wrap and other materials.* Bilingual helpful: Spanish/English.***EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:**** High School degree or equivalent.* Must be forklift certified.* Valid drivers license with proper class and endorsements (hazard endorsements preferred) issued by the drivers home state of residence.* Acceptable driving record as defined by DOT/TSA regulations.* Must meet physical requirements established by the DOT and have or be able to provide a valid medical card.***EXPERIENCE**** Minimum of one-year verifiable driving experience in the industry and in the type of vehicle that will be driven.* Must be at least 25 years of age.***PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:***This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Positionrequires employee to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and liftobjects above their head. Employee must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 poundsand use pallet jacks and forklifts. Position requires regular use of a phone and a PC andreading and writing of various shipping documents.***TRAVEL:**** Not applicable***WORK ENVIRONMENT & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:****The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. For the warehouse locations, employee may be exposed to ambient weather conditions.***Qualifications****Skills****Behaviors****:****Motivations****:****Education****Experience****Licenses & Certifications****Required**Forklift CertifiedEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)