Casual CDL-A OTR Driver

OTR CDL-A Truck Driver – Casual

At Quick-Way, Inc. our drivers are the backbone of our business and believe in giving our drivers only the best. We offer an overall compensation package that combines pay, benefits and many other perks that is among the best in the industry. We recognize that some drivers may not have the availability or preference to commit to working Full-Time so we welcome Part-Time Drivers and recognize the value they provide to the overall team.

Job Summary

The Driver is responsible for providing timely, accurate, and safe deliveries of liquid bulk commodities. The Driver provides excellent customer service by collaborating diligently and expeditiously with dispatchers and customers daily. Casual Drivers are required to log a minimum of 84 hours of driving or on duty time each quarter to maintain their ‘Casual’ status.

Schedule

This position will be on an "as needed" bases to help move equipment/loads around Michigan to support our full-time drivers. This position requires the ability to be available 6 days per week but may only work a small portion of those available days. The schedule will vary weekly based on business need.

Compensation

On-Duty Time: $20.40 per hour

Loaded Mileage: $0.61 per mile

Unloaded Mileage: $0.60 per mile

This position is also eligible for Safety Bonus of up to $350.00 per month.

Role Expectations

• Accurately follow routes, maps, and directions.
• Arrive at destinations on schedule.
• Research and plan for traffic, construction, and weather delays.
• Work closely with customers to Quick-Way, Inc. meets their expectations, listen to and report customer complaints or concerns or questions to Dispatcher.
• Use ELD and telematics data to improve performance.
• Maintain vehicle equipment; replace oil, fill gas tank, perform general motor vehicle maintenance as needed for safety.
• Clean windows, windshields, and mirrors as needed.
• Keep the interior of vehicle clean of debris and clutter.
• Inspect vehicle before and after use according to DOT and company standards.
• Loading trailers and filling customer owned tanks as assigned.
• Use of various equipment including opening valves, hoses, air compressors, gauges, and meters.
• Maintain DOT and company vehicle documents, ensuring they are properly completed.
• Work closely with customers to Quick-Way, Inc. meet their expectations, listen to and report customer complaints, concerns, or questions to Dispatcher.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.
• Assure the truck remains in proper and safe working order and that routine and required maintenance occurs on a timely basis.
• Complete additional safety and industry training as required.
• Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws regulating safe driving and the safe and proper handling of materials.
• Immediately notify the Dispatcher of malfunctioning equipment or condition that needs immediate action.
• Maintain appropriate driver’s license with needed endorsements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Driver Qualifications

• Must have 2 years verifiable CDL-A driving experience.
• Must have a valid class A with tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to pass DOT physical & drug screen.
• Must have valid TWIC Card or be able to obtain.
• MVR must be approved by Fleet Insurance
• No DWI or reckless driving convictions in the past 10 years
• No more than 2 moving violations and/or accidents in the past 36 months combined.
• No history of license suspension for a moving violation in the past 36 months
• Must be Flexible to the ever changing needs of the customer.
• Current Hazmat Endorsements strongly preferred.
• Valid credentials to cross Canadian border (Enhanced Driver’s License, PASS Card or Passport) strongly preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge for electronic logs on a tablet

• Focused on customer service.
• Demonstrate safe driving practices.
• Able to follow verbal/written directions, read maps, follow GPS.
• Able to work well alone.
• Reliable and punctual with dedicated professionalism to job and duties
• Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines.
• Excellent time management skills
• Organized and able to follow a schedule.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Must be able to pass criminal background check.
• Physically able to lift and carry objects up from 30 to 50 pounds.
• Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for long periods of time during daily routine.
• Able to work at night, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

This job description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing the job, and the physical requirements normal to the position. Essential functions are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the essential functions. Specific performance objectives will be developed each year to measure performance.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

This description is not intended as a contract and is subject to change and revision. Any written contractual agreements will supersede this job description. All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physically or mentally challenged employees.

EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.