This role involves operating commercial straight trucks on intra-state and inter-state routes, primarily traveling between company service centers. The position requires strict adherence to safety, compliance, and performance standards to ensure the efficient and secure transportation of freight, and may also include sorting, loading, unloading, and handling freight.
Responsibilities
Operate commercial straight truck safely while adhering to all state and federal regulations, including traffic laws, hours of service, and hazmat transportation requirements
Meet DOT medical standards and maintain a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of company equipment and report any defects
Operate company-provided IT equipment in compliance with policy to record ELD, VIR, trip, and dispatch information
Ensure proper cargo securement to prevent damage during transport
Load, unload, and secure freight as required
Maintain communication with dispatch and adhere to trip scheduling requirements
Exhibit professional conduct and represent the company in a positive manner with customers and team members
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Valid DOT physical
Minimum 1 year of Class A driving experience
Driving record reflecting no more than two moving violations in the past three years
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Must complete company onboarding process, including drug screening, background check, MVR, and PSP review
Successful completion of new-hire training, including assessments, driving test, trailer combination test, and forklift test
Minimum 21 years of age
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, material moving, lifting, and reaching
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Tuition reimbursement program
Employee assistance program
High Deductible Health Plan or PPO Health Plan, Prescription Benefits, Dental, Vision & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account (HSA with company match)
Company sponsored Retirement Savings Plan with pre-tax 401K and Roth options; includes company match & vesting schedule
Employer sponsored Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Voluntary Employee & Spousal Life Insurance
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
360 day pay increases for specified positions
Paid Time Off - 8 paid holidays, 1 week PTO in first year of employment with increases based on years of service
Up to 3 personal days per year, pro-rated based on hire date
Important Details
Operating Schedule Days: Monday through Sunday (varies by business needs)
Shifts: AM/PM schedules are determined by operational requirements and subject to change
Working Environment
This position operates in various environments, including indoor docks, enclosed vehicles, and outdoor areas. Work may occur in extreme temperatures, inclement weather, low-light conditions, and around moving equipment or other personnel engaged in freight handling.
AAA Cooper Transportation (SCAC “AACT”), an independent subsidiary of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings (NYSE: KNX), is an asset-based multi-regional transportation solutions provider offering less-than-truckload, dedicated contract carriage, fleet maintenance, truckload, brokerage, and international services.
