About This Role
This Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver role involves safely and efficiently transporting freight across the country on long-haul routes that typically last 7 to 14 days. The core purpose is to ensure timely pickups, accurate deliveries, and compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct and properly log pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicles, equipment, and accessories are in safe operating condition
- Review shipping documentation to verify load details, special handling requirements, and hazardous material information, when applicable
- Inspect freight and secure loads according to safety and regulatory requirements
- Safely operate commercial vehicles in compliance with company policies and all federal, state, and local regulations including FMCSA
- Deliver freight to customers and consignees in a timely and professional manner
- Pick up and transport freight as assigned
- Load and unload freight as required
- Maintain accurate trip records and required documentation
- Complete and maintain regulatory records, including driver logs, fuel receipts, mileage reports, and other DOT-required documentation
- Properly use, maintain, and care for all assigned equipment
- Report accidents, incidents, injuries, or equipment damage immediately
- Communicate delays or issues that may impact scheduled pickup or delivery times
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
- Must meet all DOT qualification and insurability requirements
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
- Ability to meet all applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements
- Three years of experience in similar role is preferred
- Ability to open and close trailer doors
- Ability to crank trailer landing gear
- Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle
- Ability to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb to conduct vehicle inspections and perform job-related duties
- Ability to lift, move, and handle freight as required
About the Company
Royal Logistics is committed to providing a safe work environment, safe equipment, and effective operating procedures.