Truck Driver - Earn Up to $68,000/Year - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Company: Penske - Roanoke, VA
Location: Blacksburg
Posted on: October 16, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers Earn Up to $68,000 Annually - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Penske is an essential business to our customers and communities, our team is working hard to keep supply chains up and running. This position is immediately available and we are actively recruiting, interviewing and hiring for this role. Please apply today. We are committed to the health and safety of our associates, candidates, and customers. We have modified our hiring processes to include increased phone interviews and where in-person activities are required, we are practicing social distancing. You can learn more about our company approach on our main company career page Gopenske.com. What's the Job? Ready to put your truck-driving career in high gear? Make the shift and fuel your career as a CDL Class A/Hazmat/Touch Freight Truck Driver for Penske. Join a team of professional truck drivers committed to delivering products safely and on time. We're proud to move freight for some of the world's biggest brands. (Yes, we're more than just the yellow trucks.) You'll be with a stable, nationwide company that is known for having the best equipment, great management, clear communication and a fantastic safety record. We pay every Friday, and for most of our driving positions, you're home weekly. Yes, weekly. Why Penske? * Earn Up to $68,000 Annually * $5,000 Sign-On Bonus * Outstanding company safety record * Premier Driver Recognition Program * Home daily for most positions * Competitive starting salary * Career stability * Opportunity for growth * Excellent benefits, including lots of time off * Superior trucks and 24/7 roadside support * Dedicated accounts * Lots of training opportunities Job Description: * Route/activity: Safe, professional, on time direct store delivery. Drivers must assist in pallet count and in live unload using an electric pallet jack. HAZMAT Endorsement is required. * Shift: AM and PM start times available. The work week will average 55-60 hours in a 5 day work week, most routes are Monday through Friday but Saturday or Sunday may be required.The average route driver may layover 2-3 times per week. * Equipment: Tandem Axle Sleepers and Day Cabs with 48' & 53' Dry Van Trailers. * Compensation: Opportunity to earn up to $68,000 annually plus a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Activity Based Pay. Responsibilities: * Driving your assigned truck safely and responsibly. * Following all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines. * Loading, unloading, or assisting in loading and unloading truck. * Reporting problems with your truck, as well as accidents, traffic violations, and damage before and after route. * Acting as the main point of contact with your customer. Requirements: * CDL Class A license required; "H" (Hazmat) endorsement required * 1 year of verifiable tractor trailer driving experience in the last 3 years * 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations/accidents * Reliable and customer oriented * Safety oriented * Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job * Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required. Move your Career Forward with Penske Logistics, Apply Now! This application is a submission of interest and is the first step of the hiring process, to be considered for this position please complete Penske's full application in the link that follows. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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