Driver- Local (Perth Amboy)
Company: NRS - National Retail Systems
Location: New York
Posted on: March 14, 2025
Job Description:
Job Summary
Company Overview:
NRS is a leading provider of transportation & supply chain
management services, and a family-owned and operated company that
has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's
leading retailers and manufacturers for 60+ years. Whether
it's NRT, Keystone, Keystone Fresh, or Keystone Capacity, our
innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for
our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our
network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the
individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their
unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office,
the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our
innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push
boundaries in the logistics industry.
Reach us at (800) 753-0605
Job Summary:
This job will consist of local deliveries. Drivers must be
comfortable with city driving. Drivers are home daily, and
qualifying drivers can receive Safety Bonuses. Freight is a
combination of pallet deliveries with some drop and hook.
Pay:
- $27.00/hr.
Schedule:
1st position
- Start time: 3am
- Saturday to Wednesday
2nd position
- Start time: 3am
- Wednesday to Sunday
Important information
- NYC delivery qualified drivers needed (delivering into
Brooklyn, NY 2x per day)
- 50% live unloads at dock level, 50% street unloads with lift
gate trailers
- Weekend coverage required
- Potential flexibility on days of week, with weekends included
Job Description
- On time delivery to dedicated accounts.
- Pre-trip/Post-trip inspection (before/ after each load).
- Maintaining daily E-Log.
- Operate Company owned tractor-trailer trucks to facilitate
transportation of freight.
- Perform required before-, during-, and after-operation "user
maintenance" and provide required reports.
- Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup
operations.
- Maintain all required certifications required by DOT, OSHA and
company safety programs.
- Maintain all property entrusted to the driver in excellent
condition and protect it.
- Report all accidents immediately.
- Promptly report any delays to respective Dispatcher or
Manager.
- Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the
overall team operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements
- Class A CDL.
- Safe driving record (MVR, CSA, and previous employment).
- Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screening and meet DOT
medical requirements.
- Good stable work record.
- Current DOT physical.
- 1 year of Class-A driving experience or equivalent military
experience.
- Be at least 23 years of age.
- Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
- Ability to safely drive various vehicles.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with
employees, supervisors, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at
all times
- Ability to occasionally perform heavy manual tasks under
varying weather conditions.
- Ability to make independent judgments, which have moderate
impacts on the organization.
Physical Demands:
- Extended Periods of Sitting: Drivers are required to sit for
long durations while operating vehicles.
- Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and feet to operate
vehicles, adjust controls, and manage equipment.
- Heavy Lifting: Occasional lifting, carrying, and securing of
cargo, which may exceed 50 pounds.
- Navigation and Attention: Continuous focus on driving and
navigation, requiring high levels of concentration and situational
awareness.
- Variable Work Hours: Potential for irregular hours, including
early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and overnight trips.
- Exposure to Weather: Work involves exposure to various weather
conditions during loading and unloading operations.
- Climbing and Balancing: Climbing into and out of the truck cab
and trailer, as well as balancing to secure cargo.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Adherence to safety regulations,
including the use of personal protective equipment as
necessary.
EEO Statement:
NRS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based
upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including
pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a
protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or
other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Keywords: NRS - National Retail Systems, New York , Driver- Local (Perth Amboy), Professions , New York, New York
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