CDL A Drop and Hook Driver

About Us:

Job Summary:
The Class A CDL Driver - Drop & Hook is responsible for the safe and timely pickup transport and delivery of trailers using drop and hook operations. Routes are assigned by dispatch; drivers are responsible for managing daily transportation activities maintaining professionalism at customer locations and completing all required documentation accurately. This role requires strict compliance with DOT FMCSA and Liberty Tire Recycling safety and operational requirements.

Duties and Responsibilites:

• Safely transport trailers between customer locations and designated Liberty Tire Recycling facilities or approved disposal sites.
• Perform drop and hook trailer operations including exchanging loaded and empty trailers at customer locations company yards and facilities.
• Ensure all loads are properly secured and compliant with DOT and company safety requirements prior to transport.
• Conduct required pretrip posttrip and enroute inspections of assigned tractors and trailers; complete DVIRs and report maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
• Accurately complete DOT logs driver qualification documentation bills of lading manifests and required company or customer paperwork.
• Collect and transport payments from cashonly customers when required in accordance with company cashhandling procedures.
• Maintain clean safe and operational equipment at all times.
• Navigate assigned routes using maps GPS and dispatch instructions while accounting for traffic weather and site conditions.
• Maintain professional and courteous interactions with customers dispatch and internal teams.
• Follow all Liberty Tire Recycling safety policies environmental standards and operational procedures.
• Assist with yard moves trailer positioning and other transportationrelated tasks as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required to support operations.

Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Ability to safely operate Class A equipment and perform drop and hook operations.
• Strong attention to safety accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear and professional communication with dispatch customers and coworkers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to inspections and equipment handling.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 22 years old.
• Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• Must meet all FMCSA driver qualification requirements.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record in compliance with DOT standards.
• Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience or equivalent Class A CDL driving experience.

Work Environments and Physical Demands:
This role requires extended periods of driving work outdoors in varying weather conditions and physical tasks associated with inspections and trailer handling operations.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sex national origin age disability protected veteran status relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members) genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.