Tractor-Trailer Driver Over the Road - Company Driver

Company Overview Sweet Express LLC provides nationwide 53' dry van general commodity shipping. Safety and careful, timely cargo delivery are central to its work across technology, automotive, industrial, and consumer goods industries. We offer paid orientation and a full range of health and welfare benefits that start on the first of the month after date of hire for company drivers. Apply online at https://drive4sweet.com/ Job Overview As a Tractor-Trailer Driver Over the Road, you’ll transport freight on over-the-road (OTR) routes, operate equipment safely, and keep deliveries moving through clear communication and careful trip planning. This is a paid position. Your impact: Safe, dependable deliveries help customers receive their freight at the proper destination. Duties Drive a 53' dry van, sleeper berth tractor-trailer on OTR routes and use GPS navigation to plan and follow routes. Inspect equipment, secure freight, drop and hook trailers, and use safe practices. Transport general freight. Follow Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Complete delivery records, report equipment or cargo concerns, and communicate route or delivery updates. Skills Required: Valid commercial driving qualifications for the assigned equipment; safe tractor-trailer operation, manual transmission driving, and delivery driving. Required: Knowledge of truck loading and unloading, logistics cargo handling, freight securement, and applicable DOT and FMCSA rules. Physical Requirements: Able to be away from home for extended periods of time, available for round-the-clock trips and able to remain alert while driving for periods of up to 11 hours. Able to squat, crouch and reach as needed to handle freight; able to enter and exit the vehicle’s cab numerous times each day. Must have sufficient grasp and prehension to control an oversize steering wheel, shift gears using a manual transmission, and maneuver a tractor-trailer in crowded areas. Able to push and pull freight at a self-selected height. The weight of freight will vary between cost divisions. Able to access and manually release fifth wheel lever and tandem pins which requires horizontal pulling. This function may require increased force due to the condition of the equipment. Able to occasionally carry or move freight weighing up to 50 pounds. The weight of freight could vary. Able to install and remove tire chains, hook and unhook trailers, and secure freight. Must be able to work in severe weather conditions-both heat and cold. Meet all physical requirements established by DOT regulations. Sitting for Extended periods Sweet wants to get to know the great people that we are looking for to join our teams. We expect applicants and candidates to present themselves without using AI during the application, interview and hiring process. Pay: $0.45 - $0.55 per mile Benefits: 401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Lease purchase program Life insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Passenger ride along program Pet rider program Prescription drug insurance Referral program Vision insurance Work Location: On the road

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