Truck Driver

We are seeking a skilled and qualified Truck Driver to join our team at Estes Express. As a key member of our transportation team, you will be responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.

• Operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles, etc.
• Drive in all types of terrain, including mountains, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc.
• Drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc.
• Comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct.
• Interact well with others and work independently or in a team setting.
• Respond to questions and read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations/procedure manuals and maintenance instructions.

• 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 registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must reside within 75 miles of the domiciled terminal and/or work assignment.
• Hazmat, Tanker and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirements may apply).
• Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Stable employment history preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle).
• Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

Estes values a diverse workforce and affirmatively promotes a company culture that embraces the concept that outcomes are improved when our workforce is made up of people with different viewpoints.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

Come find your new career at Estes Express. Applications are accepted online only through this website. If you need an accommodation to apply, call the number on the website.