Long Distance Step-Deck Driver - Minimum 1 year flatbed experience
Job details
Pay
- $80,000–$150,000 a year
Job type
- Full-time
Location
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Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Long Distance Step-Deck Driver, where you'll be the backbone of our logistics operations, transporting freight across long distances with precision and professionalism. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate specialized heavy-duty equipment, ensuring timely delivery of goods while maintaining the highest safety standards. Your expertise in commercial driving and heavy equipment operation will drive our success and keep our supply chain moving smoothly. If you thrive on adventure, enjoy working independently, and take pride in delivering excellence, this position is your next career move!
Duties
- Safely operate long-distance step-deck trailers to transport freight across various regions, adhering strictly to all traffic laws and safety regulations
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and load to ensure safety and compliance with company standards
- Secure freight properly using appropriate tie-downs, straps, and other securing devices to prevent shifting or damage during transit
- Utilize forklift skills to load and unload freight efficiently at warehouses or staging areas when necessary
- Maintain accurate logs of driving hours, routes taken, and delivery documentation in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, clients, and team members to coordinate pickups, deliveries, and any issues that arise on the road
- Perform basic automotive repairs or troubleshooting as needed to keep the vehicle in optimal condition during long hauls
Experience
- Proven experience as a commercial driver operating heavy-duty trucks, preferably with long-distance routes involving step-deck trailers
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) appropriate for operating heavy equipment on long hauls
- Clean CVOR
- Familiarity with freight handling procedures, securing loads, and heavy equipment operation
- Basic automotive repair knowledge to identify common mechanical issues during extended trips
- Prior experience with freight transportation across multiple states or regions is highly desirable
Embark on a rewarding journey with us—where your skills keep goods moving forward!
Pay: $80,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Experience:
- flatbed: 1 year (required)
Work Location: On the road