Experienced DOT Driver

Kendall Auto Group is one of the largest family owned and operated dealers in the Pacific Northwest and premier employer in Central Oregon. We are looking for a Dealer Trade Driver to join the team. This is an on-call, part-time position that is DOT regulated.

Duties Include:

• Deliver and pick-up vehicles from other dealerships and facilities using truck and transport trailer or flat bed.
• Knowledge and ability to hook up and pull either fifth wheel or bumper pull trailers.
• Compliance with all DOT "hours of service" and "vehicle inspection" regulations and requirements.
• Deliver and pick up vehicles directly from customer's personal and business addresses. Plotting safe routes in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Ability to safely operate a 12K winch to load and unload disabled vehicles.
• Load, secure and operate vehicles in a safe and efficient manner, protecting them from damage.
• Ability to operate a wide variety of cars, light trucks, and vans. Loaded vehicle combinations may total up to 45,000 pounds. Both manual and automatic transmissions must be operated.
• Lift loading ramps up-to 100lbs, secure vehicles using securing straps and similar devices and hand tools.
• Inspect vehicles for damage and properly document it.
• Complete and verify paperwork in conjunction with vehicle trades, purchases and deliveries.
• Maintain driver electronic logbook to comply with DOT and other government agencies.
• Inspect vehicles for safe operation: make, arrange for, or report needed maintenance and repairs as appropriate.
• Deliver and pick-up vehicles without trailer transport when necessary.
• Deliver and pick-up documents, and obtain signatures as needed.
• Vehicle checklist to include VIN Inspection of each vehicle transporting to ensure the correct vehicle is loaded and moved.
• Vehicle rescue using a standard winch attached to a single-place trailer.
• Able to transport/drive all hours day and night as well as travel to various surrounding states for vehicle delivery and rescue

Please note: Occasional overnight stay out of the town or area will occur due to driving time restrictions. This is an entry level position; company driving experience and basic knowledge of automotive parts is preferred. 

Join Kendall Auto Group and START SOMETHING GREAT We are a family-owned and operated company with auto dealerships in Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington and Alaska. Kendall has been selling and servicing vehicles since 1937.

Our mission at Kendall is simple: To deliver an unrivaled customer experience. Through our highly motivated, knowledgeable and caring team of professionals, we pledge to listen to and respect your needs. Doing the right thing means more than selling and servicing vehicles. Our progressive attitude means being exceptional stewards of the communities we operate in. It means going above and beyond every day for the people who mean so much to us – our employees and customers.

Our employees are members of the Kendall family, who share our same goals and passions. Ideal candidates are confident, driven people who are excited to grow and succeed with one of the most successful automotive dealerships in the Pacific Northwest. We offer eligible employees medical, dental, vision and life insurance, Paid Time Off, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, an entire family purchase plan and much more If you are looking for a rewarding career, we would like to meet you and start something great

Requirements

 A valid Class A CDL license, DOT Med Card and good driving record is required. Candidate must also be familiar with using hands-free mobile equipment while driving.