Apprentice Driver Class B

About the Role

Operate a straight truck to pick up and deliver freight between service centers and customer locations. This role involves safe driving, ongoing training, and performing required non-driving duties, including forklift operation and dock work.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive straight trucks and operate required equipment safely.
• Complete pre-trip, post-trip, and inter-trip safety inspections.
• Handle freight using motorized and manual tools (e.g., forklift, pallet jack, hand truck).
• Secure freight in trailers using pallets, straps, rope, and related supplies.
• Recoup or repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify, complete, and maintain required documentation and reports.
• Collect freight charge checks and keep related records as required.
• Follow hazardous materials regulations and confirm placarding accuracy for hazmat shipments.
• Communicate with Dispatch and follow instructions about delays, arrivals, and equipment issues.
• Provide internal and external customer service; coordinate pickup and delivery needs with customers and share business leads.
• Comply with laws/regulations and company policies; perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Class B CDL or Commercial Learning Permit (CLP) prior to entering classification; automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed.
• Maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and meet DOT/Federal Motor Carrier requirements.
• Basic math/counting ability; ability to read and understand route information.
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 100 lbs and perform physical tasks (bend, twist, squat, climb in/out).
• Ability to follow instructions, complete training, and work independently or as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• Work indoors and outdoors, drive in varied weather and road conditions.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, diesel fumes, and hazardous materials under DOT rules.