Driver, LinehaulUS-PA-HarrisburgJob ID: 2024-5346Type: Regular Full-Time# of Openings: 2Category: TransportEFWWOverviewDriver Candidates Only: Please CLICK HERE to apply for this job on Tenstreet 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 holidays401(k) plan with company matchMedical, dental, and vision insuranceShort- and long-term disability plansLife and accidental death & dismemberment insuranceJob referral bonus programResponsibilitiesThe Driver, Linehaul is responsible for operating a commercial vehicle over state lines to deliver freight in an efficient, timely matter to one location to another. As a Driver, Linehaul, it is essential to abide by all traffic laws and perform regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure a safe and productive work environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for safely operating a tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight following Company, Federal, State and Local laws concerning run times and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.Planning routes efficiently and delivering freight on time.Communicate with the dispatch team about scheduling, workload, and route options.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.Oversee freight loading, ensure freight limits are not exceeded, and properly secure the freight to prevent damage.Obtain and maintain proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation. DOT log compliance and other required paperwork.Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.Logging hours and distances driver, rest stop durations, as well as all fuel, repair, and toll expenses.Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver’s License.Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.Ensure security of equipment and cargo.Check gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensure seal or lock on trailers and inspect vehicle before and during trips to determine problems that may be occurring.Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.Verify unit numbers versus paperwork given and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.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.Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public.Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum of a High School Diploma. SKILLS AND ABILITIESMust be able to drive a tractor trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.Must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR.Must pass a road test.Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual and/or automatic transmission vehicles, etc.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.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.PI239803313