Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
Switcher
West Sacramento, CA · Full-time
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About the role
- Responsible for operating switcher tractors to move trailers to and from staging areas and loading/unloading docks.
Responsibilities
- Maintain contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pickup up instructions or to receive notice of changes
- Training and growth opportunities to build a career
Requirements
- Must have the ability to read, write, speak english
- Experience driving a tractor trailer
- Experience in using handheld computers/scanners
- Must be able to follow instructions and take directions via two way radio or by phone.
- Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
- Must be detail oriented
- (Standing/Walking) Must be able to withstand regular standing while hooking up the truck to the trailers repeatedly for a minimum of 8 Hours/shift, 5-7 days per week.
- Must be able to walk frequently throughout the work shift back and forth between the truck and the trailers, walking to close doors, and walking in and out of trailers.
- Must be able to stand and walk on unforgiving surfaces such as concrete, pavement, wood and metal sometimes on slippery and wet surfaces.
- (Sitting) Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving trailers in the service center yard for an aggregate period of up to 10 hours as well as in forklifts to load/unload freight.
Nice to have
- Back trailer to loading docks, open bay doors and assist dock workers in loading/unloading trailers
- Fuel the switcher tractor at the end of each shift
- Couple and uncouple tractor-trailer units and connect/disconnect brake lines as needed
- Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift
- Work on the dock either daily or at least one full day each week as assigned by management
- Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times
- Follow all operating procedures and safety guideline at all times
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
Skills
- paying attention to surroundings, including traffic, truck inspections, freight, gates, etc.
- long-term and short-term memory for inspecting areas, breaking down pallets, carrying products, driving in traffic and for safety
- logic and reasoning in reading manifests, tablets, navigation, road signs, reading boxes and order numbers
- Must be able to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
- Must satisfactorily pass any physical testing requirements which is consistent with the job requirements discussed above.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
- Attendance is a requirement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Compensation
- 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting.
- Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level, and state/local wage requirements.
Benefits
- Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
- Vision & Dental
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- 15 Days Paid Time Off (includes vacation and state Sick Leave)
- 9 Paid Holidays including a birthday holiday
- Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
Company info
- At Old Dominion, we don't just move freight-we help businesses keep their promises.
Equal opportunity
- Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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