Description
We are seeking a motivated individual with a Class A commercial driver's license and 2 years of truck driving experience to join our team as an Hourly Driver-Truck-Semi-Trailer (CDL A) at our Dearborn Truck Plant (DTP).
This is a full-time position that requires working in a team environment, maintaining a safe work environment, and following instructions and requests from leadership. You will be responsible for transporting finished goods between manufacturing plants in the Dearborn area, opening and closing trailer doors, setting and removing trailer jack stands, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations.
As a successful candidate, you will have the ability to perform manual labor, stand and walk for long periods, and use hand and power tools to install parts on vehicles or vehicle components. You will also be required to adapt to unexpected situations such as traffic and weather conditions.
The starting wage rate for this position is $21.00 per hour, plus applicable shift or crew premiums. You will also be eligible for a generous benefits package, including immediate access to Best-in-Class Company provided healthcare, profit sharing, holiday pay, paid time off, and tuition assistance.
To be considered for this position, you must currently possess a Class A commercial driver's license and 2 years of truck driving experience. You must also have yard switching experience and meet the requirements for a DOT medical card.
If you are a motivated and experienced truck driver looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Transport finished goods between manufacturing plants in the Dearborn area
- Open and close trailer doors
- Set and remove trailer jack stands (up to 25lbs)
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Report defects, accidents or violations
- No recent moving or driving violations
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.)
- DOT medical card and requirements must be met and maintained
Qualifications:
- Currently possess a Class A commercial driver's license
- 2 years of truck driving experience required
- Yard switching experience (switching trailers from dock to dock)
- Successful completion of a pre-employment assessment, background check, drug screen and physical are required
- Drug screen panel does not include THC
- No interview is required