• Class A CDL Driver - Yard Hostler

    Pinnacle Logistics (Austin, TX)


    Job Description

    Pinnacle Logistics

    Key Responsibilities

    + Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the repositioning of trailers 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.

    + May be 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.

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    + 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 (1-year driving experience required)

    + 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

    + Must be available 7 days a week

    + Must be able to work over night

    + Experience:

    + CDL Driving - 1 year (Preferred)