CDL Class A Driver, Sat/Sun, Part-Time, Variable Starting Time

Why drive for Grove?

• Medium-sized, family owned and operated company. Our owner and management have driven for the past 32 years, and won't send our drivers out on any job they wouldn't do themselves.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• What you put into Grove is what you get out of it. Potential for high earnings.
• New, newer, and experienced drivers welcome to apply.

At Grove Transportation Services, Inc., we have established our reputation over the past 32 years as the premier air freight and expedited carrier in the NKY region. Our goal is to provide our customers with the utmost in customer service and reliability. Our management staff offers decades of combined experience in various facets of the transportation industry. There is plenty of work to perform at Grove, and our drivers have great potential for high earnings.

Position Overview

The CDL Class A driver is responsible for safe and timely local delivery of various commodities and no-touch freight to serve the needs of our customers, primarily based at and surrounding CVG airport. Vehicle and cargo inspections, appropriate log work and documentation, adherence to driving rules and regulations required.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• The CDL Class A Driver reports to the director of operations for truckload services and designee(s).
• The CDL Class A Driver exercises no supervision.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maneuver vehicles into loading and unloading positions. Perform drop and hooks as needed.
• Regularly inspect equipment to ensure safe working order of mechanical and emergency equipment. Maintain cleanliness of cab and trailer. Report mechanical and safety issues to supervisor.
• Follow all DOT, FMCSA, TSA and related federal, state, and local laws and safety procedures.
• Maintain electronic log of hours and mileage using company-provided tablet and software. Plan routes with supervisor to meet delivery schedule and deadlines.
• Inspect cargo to ensure safe, accurate, and secure delivery.
• Collect and review all documentation to confirm and follow delivery instructions. Employ professional communication with clients and co-workers to obtain necessary signatures upon completion.
• Recognize and identify hazmat and other safety-related signage as well as potential safety hazards, following handling and safety protocols as directed.
• Maintain communication with office staff, supervisor, and designee(s) to ensure completion of tasks.

Team Responsibilities and Duties

• Employ professionalism through performance of all tasks and communication with staff, customers, and other visitors.
• Take initiative as a team player to problem-solve and assist where needed. Complete other duties as assigned by director of operations for truckload services and designee(s).
• Follow TSA and other safety regulations as directed by director of operations for truckload services and designee(s). TSA testing and certification provided by employer and required for employment.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A driver's license and DOT physical card required.
• Hazmat and tanker endorsements required within first 90 days.
• Good MVR and safe driving record required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, and drive for long periods of time required.
• Exceptional team work, communication, attention to detail, and integrity required.
• Fluency in English and legal eligibility to work in the United States required.
• New drivers welcome. One or more years of CDL Class A driving experience preferred.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Air cargo transportation experience preferred.

Pay and Benefits

• Paid bi-weekly, hourly rate commensurate with experience. Cell phone bill reimbursement.
• Newer, well-maintained fleet of trucks.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person