Box Truck Driver

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Drive & Deliver: Safely operate 26-30 ft box trucks on short-haul routes, handling 100% no-touch freight and direct dock-to-dock transfers.
• Maintain Vehicle Standards: Proactively manage vehicle upkeep, coordinate vendor repairs, and ensure no truck returns to service with unresolved defects.
• Rigorous DVIRs: Complete accurate pre- and post-trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) to catch and document issues before hit the road.
• Proactive Ownership: Escalate risks early, follow through on maintenance requests, and take full responsibility for vehicle readiness.

Job requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of professional driving experience, including 1+ year in 26–30 ft box trucks (Required).
• Licensing: Valid CDL and clean Motor Vehicle Record (Required).
• Safety & Ownership Mindset: Commitment to prioritizing safety and fleet integrity over speed.
• Tech Proficiency: Comfortable with Samsara ELD, timecard tools, Slack and email.
• Communication: Clear report writing, precise DVIR record-keeping, and strong vendor communication skills.
• Cab Access: Ability to repeatedly mount and dismount 26–30 ft trucks using 3-point contact.
• Requirements: Variable/rotating shift availability; must pass background check and drug screening; open to working through agency partners.