Job Summary:nnWill be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be skilled and qualified to drive in all types of terrain, routes and environmental conditions. Responsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulationsnnQualifications:nnHigh School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background 21 years of age required per FMCSA regulations (1 year driving experience required) Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Must reside within 75 miles of the domiciled terminal and/or work assignment HazMat, Tanker and Doubles endorsements required (LCV requirement may apply) Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements Stable employment history preferred Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle) Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs. Physical activities include: standing, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder, etc. Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations Must pass a FMCSA required medical exam Must pass a road test Ability to meet the FMCSAs requirements to speak and read English Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job Must be able to drive all routes and in all types of terrain, including, but not limited to, mountains, steep inclined roads, curvy highways, desert areas, bridges, tunnels, etc. Must be able to drive in a wide range of environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, wind, snow, freezing temperatures, hot weather, etc. Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual transmission vehicles, etc. Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct Must be able to interact well with others Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check Must be authorized to work in the United States