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REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: *Valid commercial driver's license (CDL A) & DOT Medical Certification. *Clean driving record, NO MAJOR Preventable Accidents/Citations within last 5-years. *NO "automatic" CDL restrictions - all Ireland Trucks have manual transmissions. *Must reside/live within 30 miles of the Trucking Terminal (locations Goshen, Coos Bay, & Myrtle Creek Oregon) *Be registered through the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse *Be at least 18 years of age.
EXPERIENCE: *Proven experience in truck driving, especially with commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, dump trucks, flatbeds, or tanker trucks. *New CDL Holders will be considered *A strong understanding of route driving, trip planning, and meeting loading/unloading timelines. *Familiarity with or capability to learn & comply with Oregon Division 7 (Forest Activities) regulations related to transporting of logs. *Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with endorsements suitable for the types of trucks operated (e.g., manual transmission proficiency). *Knowledge of safety regulations related to freight transport and truck operation. *Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance.
DUTIES INCLUDE but are not limited to: *Operate tractor-trailers with precision and safety. *Work with Loggers and Mill Associates in the Loading and unloading of Logs, nearly No-Touch Freight. Loads secured with four (4) rope wrappers. *Drive route-specific deliveries to forestry sites, mills, or processing centers, adhering to scheduled timelines and route plans. *Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of trucks, ensuring all safety features are functional & compliant with regulations. *Maintain accurate logs of mileage, cargo weight, delivery times, and vehicle maintenance records. *Follow all safety protocols related to manual transmission operation, load securement, OSHA, and FMCSA criteria. team members to coordinate deliveries and report any issues promptly.
TRAINING: We hire experienced log haulers, experienced CDL holders, and graduates from recognized CDL Schools. NOTE: All New Hires regardless of experience level complete the Driver Finishing Program with anticipated duration/pay as follows: Experienced log hauler ' 5 days at full pay $24.50 hour (OT after 40 hours week). Experienced CDL Drivers without log hauling experience ' 10 to 15 days at reduced hourly rate of $20 hour (OT after 40 hours week) ' bumped to $24.50 upon solo release.