Line Driver

Kenai, AK

Air Transportation

About the position

This position is primarily responsible for driving diesel-powered trucks to transport freight from Anchorage to Kenai.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely and in compliance with all established HSE policies and procedures
• Inspect truck and trailer(s) for defects through pre-trip and post-trip inspections and submit reports indicating their condition
• Operate a variety of trucks and equipment
• Maintain driver and maintenance logs (electronic and manual) according to State and Federal regulations as well as Carlile policies and procedures
• Spot trailers to warehouse, chock wheels, and assist in loading and unloading trailers
• Maintain telephone radio, or PeopleNet contact with terminal dispatcher to receive instructions and report safety hazards and/or incidents involving the driver or any company equipment
• May be required to perform emergency roadside repairs
• Ensure that cargo is secured for transport according to the FMCSRs
• Communicate with dispatch to receive instructions and maintain a clean work environment including swept trailer, clean cab, windows, and mirrors
• Determine discrepancies in paperwork and verify proper placarding when hauling HAZMAT
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Class A CDL with all endorsements, including HAZMAT
• Two years of verifiable, safe, over-the-road (OTR), Line driving, or Local driving experience preferred
• Must have a current USA passport, or enhanced driver's license, and a clean record to enter Canada under Canadian law

Nice-to-haves

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule and meet regulatory deadlines
• Impeccable character, integrity, and unfailing initiative in a team environment
• Experience to operate in snow and ice road conditions and be able to chain-up
• Ability to work various shifts and days of the week
• Record of safe and competent driving as demonstrated on driver's abstract and driving files
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic mechanical background and aptitude coupled with the knowledge of how a diesel truck operates
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments
• Customer focused and represents Carlile in a professional and friendly manner