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)