Drayage Driver at Estes Forwarding Worldwide in MD

Job Description

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

Responsibilities
The Driver, Drayage is responsible for providing transportation of international and/or domestic containers operating out of multiple locations. The Driver, Drayage must also follow Company, Federal, State, and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transporting freight between rail roads, ports, and warehouses.
• Will be required 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers and inspects vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.
• Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver’s License
• Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials
• Ensure security of equipment and cargo
• Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision
• Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor
• As approved by Safety, will be allowed/needed to run over the road on occasion, as dictated by business needs.
• Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public
• Will assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight, Over the road runs.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Must be 25 years of age. Minimum of a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 2 years consecutive Class A driving experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Must be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle)
• 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 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 operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual transmission vehicles, etc.
• Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR.
• Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Must pass a road test.
• Ability to read and interpret general business documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Ability to follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve routine problems.
• 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.
• 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.