Description

A teammate in this position learns the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations.

The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.

• Schedule varies while in training.
• Day 1 Benefits available : medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA / HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Get paid early. Get paid fast.
• 401(k) with annual company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, educational assistance program, and more!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

A teammate in this job will train side-by-side with a Driver Trainer to acquire the skills necessary to perform the following functions :

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre / post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts / product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver’s skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

A teammate in this position must :

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.
• Ability and willingness to select / load / unload and / or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
• Stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• The environment encompasses all areas of a distribution center, transportation department, shop and customer facilities.
• Working conditions could contain moderate noise, vibration of vehicle and extreme weather conditions depending on climate.
• Regular and frequent travel, including overnight.

WORK SAFE HOME SAFE is one of our mottos at McLane Company. Your safety and ability to do your job and get home to your family is why all prospective teammates go through a pre-hire screening process.

Candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Truck Driver (Sign On Bonus)

We have an opening for a truck driver that has at least 3 years of experience.

If you prefer to work for a small company then please apply here. We are flexible and easy to get along with.

Responsibilities and Qualifications :

• Must have experience pulling several different types of trailers : SD, RGN, Dovetail.
• Must be dependable.
• Must have knowledge of how to operate equipment such as Forklift, Dozer, Backhoe.....as will have to self-load and unload some of the time.

Additional Information :

• We are located in Fort Worth just North of Saginaw.
• Must live locally, not out of state.
• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Get paid weekly & we offer direct deposit.
• Could start part time.
• The driver position is for local work & some OTR.

Job Type : Full-time.

Work Remotely : No.

JBS Carriers may be the biggest, most successful, and most stable company you’ve never heard of! That’s because we haul for some of America’s best brands as the transportation arm of the world's leading meat processor.

And with that comes well-paying truck driving opportunities with daily home time. Check out our shuttle, local, and short-haul positions and see if we’re in your area!

Rest Up - Home daily!

Drive Strong - No freight's more reliable than food.

Make Gains - $185 daily to start

Driver Pay Rates

• $185 to $200 daily to start
• Orientation
• Daily minimum pay when in training
• Extra Stop / Pickup
• Breakdown : $18 per hour with a max of $150 per day

Benefits and Bonuses

$4,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!

• $1,000 at 30 days, $1,000 at 90 days, $1,000 at 6 months, $1,000 at one year)
• Bonuses : sign on and safety
• Simplified Orientation : Starts online and concludes at your local terminal

Up to a $3,100 bonus per driver referral :

• $50 every week of your referred driver's first year
• $500 bonus when your referred driver hits 3-months

Work and Route

• Main Driving Region : Hauling refrigerated freight from Pilgrims, plant to plant, plant to warehouse transfers
• 5 day work week with a 6th day every other week or when the plants running
• 2 loads per day : 400-500 miles per day / 2200+ per week
• Recruiting Areas : Hiring within a 40 to 50-mile radius of :

Nacogdoches, Mt Pleasant, Pittsburgh, Lufkin, TX and the Dallas Metroplex Area

Home Time : Home daily!

Hiring Area

Hiring within a 50-mile radius of :

Nacogdoches, Mt Pleasant, Pittsburgh, Lufkin, TX and the Dallas Metroplex Area

CDL-A Shuttle / Short-haul / Local Truck Driver Requirements :

• At least 21 years old
• CDL-A with 6 months tractor trailer experience
• Must have 48’-53' tractor trailer experience
• Mentor and Training programs are available for drivers with less than 6 months of experience

Take a closer look at JBS Carriers we want to help you succeed!

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play.

Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day.

We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity :

Moves trailers in Shipping and Receiving yards. Drives product to and from other locations as needed.

What Your Impact Will Be :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Move loaded and empty trailers to and from receiving dock doors. Spots empty trailers to shipping dock doors for outbound loads.
• Move product to and from other locations as needed.
• Use computer system to update trailer movement and status in yard.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Examine and maintain equipment on a daily basis.
• Maintain a safe driving record and minimal property damage.
• Ensure the accurate and safe movement of equipment in the yard. Safely maneuver trailers into and out of tight spaces.
• Complete tasks accurately and within the allotted time.
• Ensure trailers are properly and securely in position for unloading. This includes cutting seals, opening trailer doors, and applying chalks, physically verifies trailers are empty prior to removing from dock door, change trailers status from full to empty.
• Climb in and out of tractor trailer
• Hook and unhook trailers from tractor trailer
• Other tasks as assigned.

Approximate time spent on tasks :

driving 85%, maintenance 5%, maintaining records / documentation 5%, other 5%

What We’re Looking For :

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possess or able to acquire a class A commercial driver’s license
• Possess or able to acquire and maintain a fork lift certification
• Complete and pass required training

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Abel to read serial numbers, sku’s, and numbers and letters on seals. Able to match numbers and letters on seals to paperwork and vice versa.
• Able to understand and follow written and oral direction
• Able to perform basic math skills such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Able to make sound decisions and judgments concerning vehicle operation and safety
• Able to work independently and at a fast pace

EQUIPMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to utilize the following equipment in a safe and satisfactory manner with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Tractor Trailer
• 23-53 foot trailers
• Hand tools- Bolt cutters
• Propane tank
• Two-way Radio / Walkie-Talkie
• Clamp Truck and Fork Lift
• RF System
• Computer
• Other systems :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is constantly exposed to :

• Moving mechanical parts
• Outside weather conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to :

• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic chemicals and vibration.
• Loud work area

What It’s Like to Work Here :

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors :

We collaborate : Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results.

Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.

We innovate : At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact.

We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.

We execute : We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes.

We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Join our operations team where you will be influential in shaping our business strategy and ensuring we have the most effective operations.

Be your own boss by creating your own career path and pushing your professional limits.

Job Summary

Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to deliver goods to customers and operations, and to pick up material from vendors and other operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely drives on the road delivering products in various weather conditions
• Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspection sheets
• Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions checks oil and fuel prior to leaving the yard
• Secures load and / or inspects load to ensure has been properly secured
• Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT and Company rules
• Conducts preventive maintenance to truck and ensures truck is clean
• Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
• Maintains radio / telephone and EOB Electronic On-Board System contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to new locations
• Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer’s signature on paperwork upon delivery
• Completes paperwork as required
• May operate a forklift to load / unload trailers as required
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
• Completes training as required by management
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required
• Physically able to Tarp Loads
• Able to stay out over night at least 3 days a week
• Home weekends

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• Minimum 12th grade basic education completed
• Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle in excess of 26,000 lbs. Preferable 3 to 5 years of experience driving a commercial vehicle
• Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions
• Required to have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process