Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A
location_onLourdes Medical Center, 520, North 4th Avenue, Downtown Pasco, Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, 99301, United States
Job Description
About the Role
Truck Driving Companies are hiring an Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver to transport freight safely and efficiently across long distances, including multi-state routes near you. This position requires extended time on the road, strict adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to meet scheduled delivery deadlines.
OTR drivers are responsible for vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate logs, securing cargo, and communicating with dispatch throughout each trip. You will operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies while transporting freight over long-distance, multi-state routes.
What You Will Do
Your day-to-day involves performing pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. You will maintain accurate electronic logs, mileage records, and delivery documentation. Following all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards, you will properly secure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit.
Communication is key to this role. You will communicate regularly with dispatch regarding route status, delays, and delivery updates, and promptly report any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues. Ultimately, you ensure all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Lourdes Medical Center, 520, North 4th Avenue, Downtown Pasco, Pasco, Franklin County, Washington, 99301, United States
Pasco, Washington
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes
- check_circlePerform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections
- check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation
- check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status and updates
- check_circleReport accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues promptly
- check_circleEnsure all pickups and deliveries are completed on schedule
- check_circleSecure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit
Requirements
- verifiedClass A commercial tractor-trailer operation experience
- verifiedDOT regulations compliance knowledge
- verifiedHours of Service requirements knowledge
- verifiedElectronic logs maintenance experience
- verifiedVehicle inspection skills (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- verifiedCargo securing skills