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Pinnacle Logistics

DFW CDL Driver

Pinnacle Logistics, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


Job Description

Pinnacle Logistics is a leading provider of surface transportation, supply chain management, and related logistics services. We manage the shipments to and from over 40 freight terminals every day. We are growing rapidly and looking for enthusiastic, positive and talented people to join our customer service team.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations

Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations

Ensure security of equipment and cargo

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer prior to each trip and at the end of each trip

Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision

Verify AWB numbers and piece counts versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.

Required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs and tablets.

May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs

Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public

Pay Range: $23.00 hour (Depend on experience)

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Trucking home time: Home daily

Experience: Class CDL A Driving: 2 years (Required)

Requirements

Must have a Twic Cards

Must be owner operated (Own their own truck)

High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background

21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations (2-year driving experience required)

Local P&D willing to unload appliance trailers and touch freight to unload with Pallet jack and appliance dolly .

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License

Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly

Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR & produce valid medical card.

Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations

Must pass a road test

Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct

Must be able to interact well with others

Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.