Driver, Van OTR

at DSV Air & Sea Inc. in SpringfieldSpringfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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Job area:
 
 Terminal/Warehouse/Transport

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rdlargest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: USA - VIRTUAL - US Illinois
Division:Road
Job Posting Title: Driver, Van OTR
Time Type: Full Time

SUMMARY
The DSV Road Transport Truck Driver,Van OTR position is responsible to remain alert while operating tractor/semi-trailers intra and inter-state between company and customer's facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Drives semi-tractor/trailers for up to 11 hours after 10 hours off-duty on runs of up to one week or more.
Backs trailers to customer docks to unload and/or load.
Maintains compliance with Federal and State safety regulations and safe and professional driving behavior.
Communicates with customer representatives in pleasant, respectful, and efficient manner.
Complies with all DOT requirements including drug and alcohol testing (subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing).
Cranks dolly legs up and down.
Applies tire chains in inclement weather when required
Swings and secures trailer doors.
Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience
Meet D.O.T. qualification requirements, FMCSR 391.41
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
Meet D.O.T. Qualification Requirements
Must have a TWIC or eligible to obtain a TWIC card within 90 days

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills

Language Skills
English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills
Intermediate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
3 year's driving experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses some electronic and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

Physically able with or without accommodation to:
Frequently carry, push, or pull freight weighting 1-125 pounds
Lifts up to 50 pounds.
Frequently reach for freight at wait level and occasionally above should height or below waist level
Shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals
Frequently squat or crouch to handle and position freight
Climb in and out of over-the-road tractor, 4 to 6 feet, 8 to 10 times daily with assistance of various steps and handholds; occasionally bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.
Conduct pre-trip inspection so a tractor and trailer
Be able to hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower/raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release level, lock/release pintle-hooks, fuel vehicles and check engine oil/coolant levels, perform preventative maintenance
Must be able to spend at least 5% of day standing and 5% of the day walking on surfaces such as wood, metal and concrete. Surface may sometimes be slippery or wet
Must be able to reach above should level, at waist level and below waist level for maneuvering and directing the controls to operate the truck

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.... For full info follow application link.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.