Trucking Owner Operator

2 days ago


Newark, Delaware, United States Gilliam Transport Services, LLC Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced owner operator to join our team at Gilliam Transport Services, LLC. As an owner operator, you will be responsible for transporting cargo to and from specified locations, strategically planning travel routes to ensure timely deliveries, and maintaining a logbook with accurate records of hours worked, rest periods, and mileage covered.

The ideal candidate will have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL-A), a clean driving record, and proven truck driving experience. They will also possess sound knowledge of road safety regulations, loading and unloading procedures, and weight restrictions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Transporting cargo to and from specified locations as instructed by company dispatchers.
  • Strategically planning travel routes to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Reviewing dispatchers' instructions before deliveries to prevent errors or miscommunications.
  • Performing inspections of the designated truck before and after each delivery to ensure it is mechanically sound.
  • Promptly informing management of any mechanical issues that render the designated truck unroadworthy.
  • Maintaining a logbook with accurate records of hours worked, rest periods, and mileage covered.
  • Submitting cargo documents to customers and obtaining customer signatures to confirm receipt of the correct cargo.
  • Notifying dispatch of any damaged cargo.
  • Supervising the safe loading and unloading of cargo.

Requirements:

  • Must have own truck.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Completion of a tractor-trailer driver training program is advantageous.
  • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL-A).
  • A clean driving record.
  • Proven truck driving experience.
  • Sound knowledge of road safety regulations, loading and unloading procedures, and weight restrictions.
  • The ability to utilize GPS systems, road maps, and routing software.
  • The ability to concentrate for extended periods.
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills.

Company Description:

Gilliam Transport Services, LLC is a small but growing trucking company based in Newark, DE. We do not require our owner operators to live in the state we operate from. Having your own equipment is imperative for onboarding with our company.



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