Logistics Open Deck Driver

Job Summary

As a skilled OTR Open Deck Truck Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the secure and on-time delivery of our customers\' shipments. With a strong focus on safety and efficiency, you will be responsible for transporting a wide range of freight, including oversized and irregularly shaped cargo, across the country.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Safely operate an open-deck tractor/trailer while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.

- Secure and transport a variety of cargo, ensuring proper loading, balance, and securement of the load.

- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and report any maintenance issues.

- Plan efficient routes, considering factors such as traffic conditions and weather.

- Maintain compliance with Federal and State Safety regulations.

- Maintain accurate records of hours, miles driver, and cargo in accordance with DOT regulations.

- Communicate effectively and professionally with dispatchers and customers.

- Handle all necessary documentation and paperwork associated with each load, including Bills of Lading, permits, and logbooks.

- Tarp and strap load as needed.

- Ensure the safety of the load during transport by regularly checking securement and adjusting as needed.

- Assist with loading and unloading cargo when required, using the appropriate tools and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

- Meet D.O.T. qualification requirements, FMCSR 391.41

- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

- CDL A License Required

- Meet D.O.T. Qualification Requirements

- Must have a TWIC or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card within 90 days

Preferred Qualifications

- 3 year\'s driving experience

Physical Demands

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses some electronic and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Physically able with or without accommodation to:
- Frequently carry, push, or pull freight weighting 1-125 pounds
- Lifts up to 50 pounds. Frequently reach for freight at wait level and occasionally above should height or below waist level
- Shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals
- Frequently squat or crouch to handle and position freight
- Climb in and out of over-the-road tractor, 4 to 6 feet, 8 to 10 times daily with assistance

Language Skills

English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

Intermediate

"We are DSV, a global transport and logistics company committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers. As a skilled OTR Open Deck Truck Driver, you will be a key member of our team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the secure and on-time delivery of our customers\' shipments. If you have a strong focus on safety and efficiency, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply."

About DSV

DSV is a global transport and logistics company with a rich history dating back to 1976. With a presence in over 80 countries, we offer a wide range of services to our customers, including transport, storage, packaging, re-packaging, processing, and clearing of all types of goods. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service to our customers, and we are committed to providing a safe and efficient work environment for our employees.