Class A, Company Driver, CDL Driver, Local Pick-Up & Delivery - DSM

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Company: Forward Air
Phone number: 855-278-1875
Driver type: Company Driver
Equipment type: Straight Truck

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Position:

Forward Air Solutions (FAS), a Forward Air Company, is seeking Local Straight Truck Company Drivers to run customer to customer local pick-up and delivery in and around Des Moines, IA; Class A CDL is required. Responsibilities may include the loading and unloading of freight up to 75 lbs. / handling cartons, and forklift driving. The ideal candidate should be friendly and experienced.

Compensation: $190 / day + Full Benefits

Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday. Flexible but dependable hours based on freight volume. Shifts average 12 - 14 hours / day running scheduled routes in Des Moines, IA. Routes average 400 – 500 miles / day. Start times are usually between 2 AM - 4 AM. Home daily! Call for more information…

Location: Des Moines, IA 50313 (DSM)

Job Description:

Drivers are responsible for providing the safe and timely delivery of our customer’s freight in local markets, while providing courteous and exceptional customer service. This is a Local Pick-Up and Delivery position offering Scheduled routes.

Company Overview:

Forward Air Solutions provides our customers with a customized consolidation and delivery process that controls costs and more effectively replenishes their network of stores in both major cities and more remote communities across the US. Our primary focus is on advancing the Pool Distribution concept to more customers, more industries and more places. We are dedicated to providing a unique and consistently reliable distribution network for the industries we serve, including; retail, hospitality, healthcare, and publishing.
Benefits:

• Performance Bonuses
• Industry Leading Benefits Package
• Paid Holidays & Vacations

Core Responsibilities & Duties:
• Maintain Vehicle Maintenance to Ensure Safe Operation
• Report all Accidents & Traffic Violations to Dispatch Operations
• Daily Loading, Delivery & Unloading of our Customers Freight in a Safe, Timely & Professional Manner.
• Provide Superior Customer Service
• Maintain Logs (Electronic or Paper), Not Required for Non-DOT Regulated Equipment
Qualifications:
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to read and speak the English language as required in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMSCR) Part 391.11 (b) (2).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (CDL-A)
• Must have a minimum of 12 months verifiable experience operating a CDM in interstate commerce within the previous 3 year period.
• Must successfully pass a DOT physical and controlled substance abuse test
• No more than 2 traffic violation convictions within the past 36 months
• No more than 2 preventable significant accidents within the past 3 years
• Employment subject to background screening
• Must comply with all other DOT and/or Forward Air Solutions, Inc. qualification requirements
©2016 Forward Air Solutions, a Forward Air Company *All statements and requirements defined in this advertisement are for marketing purposes only. Actual revenue, bonuses & opportunities may vary from the advertised rates depending on division and the individual’s qualifications. Leasing & financing program options are available through third party financing companies that are not legally affiliated with FAF, Inc.*
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Driver Types Hired

  • Company Driver

Equipment Types Hired

  • Straight Truck

Equipment Experience Accepted

  • Dry Van
  • Flatbed
  • Refrigerated
  • Intermodal

CDL Classes Accepted

  • Class A

Expediting Experience Required?

No, we do not require that applicants have expediting experience.

Benefits

Medical plan: Yes
Dental plan: Yes
Vision plan: Yes
Retirement plan: Yes
Profit sharing: No
Stock purchase: No

Bonuses

Bonuses for extra pickups & dropoffs: No
Hiring bonuses: Yes
Annual bonuses: No
Mileage bonuses: No
Safety bonuses: No
Per diem: No
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Driver Requirements

Min. driver age: 23
Min. driving experience: 1 year

DMV Record

Hire a driver who has had their license suspended or revoked: No
Hire a driver with a DWI or DUI: Yes

General Program Offerings

Paid orientation: Yes
Spouse rider program: Yes
Child rider program: Yes
Pets: Yes

Pay Information for Company Drivers

Pay for layovers: Yes
Pay for breakdowns: Yes
Pay for loading and unloading: No
Pay for tarp: No
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