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Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program
• Our drivers make an average of $110,000 - $125,000 yearly.

The Team Driver, Linehaul is responsible for operating a commercial vehicle over state lines with a partner to deliver freight in an efficient, timely matter to one location to another. As a Team Driver, Linehaul, it is essential to abide by all traffic laws and perform regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer with a partner in the transportation of freight following Company, Federal, State and Local laws concerning run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.
• Planning routes efficiently and delivering freight on time.
• Communicate with the dispatch team about scheduling, workload, and route options.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer before each trip and at the end of each trip.
• Oversee freight loading, ensure freight limits are not exceeded, and properly secure the freight to prevent damage.
• Obtain and maintain proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
• DOT log compliance and other required paperwork.
• Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Logging hours and distances driver, rest stop durations, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.
• Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
• Ensure security of equipment and cargo.
• Possibly operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers and inspect vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.
• Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
• Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.
• May be required to use in-cab technology, to include electronic logs and other items.
• May be required to drive different schedules and work the dock based on business needs.
• Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Must be able to drive the same truck with a second driver and take shifts driving the truck.
• Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.
• Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR.
• Must pass a road test.
• Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles, etc.
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Must pass a pre-employment FMCSA medical exam and drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. A U.S. Person is a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National, U.S. Lawful permanent resident, or person lawfully permitted into the U.S. as an asylee or refugee.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

SUPERVISION

Position functions with supervision and has no direct reports.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. A minimum of two years consecutive driving experience with preferred experience in a team driving role.  

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License; HazMat, Tanker and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirements may apply).

TRAVEL

Periodic travel up to 90% required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

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. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

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 employee will also be exposed to various terrains, including, but not limited to, mountains, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.