Local Truck Driver-Chicagoland-Home Nightly! Job at Omaha Track, Chicago Heights, IL

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  • Omaha Track
  • Chicago Heights, IL

Job Description

Iron Junction Logistics, a division of Omaha Track, Inc. is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value. We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement.

We are adding Drivers to our Fleet in early 2025!

Class A CDL Drivers are home nightly and paid every Friday. 

Scheduled Monday through Friday and 1 weekend per month. Extra load pay on weekend!

The Driver Performs a variety of work in the operation of tractor trailer combinations with a capacity up to 80,000 GW. Semi drivers will use manual drayage trucks and transport a variety of rail road materials

This position requires 3 years of previous Class A CDL, tractor trailer experience. At least 2 years of intermodal and 1 year of flatbed experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Tractor-trailer experience in all 4 seasons preferred.
  • Drayage experience is required.
  • Flatbed experience is required and tarping is a plus.
  • Must be able to drive a manual transmission.

Position Description:

The local Driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport intermodal containers between company and customer facilities, rail yards, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner. Driver will also be responsible for operating tractor-trailer combinations locally, to transport flatbed and end dump trailers between company and customer facilities, interfacility moves, and/or work sites in a safe and timely manner.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

  • Operate a tractor-trailer combination safely and efficiently to transport assigned loads
  • Ensure all loaded materials are safely secured prior to and throughout transport
  • Inspect company vehicles/trailers and report necessary maintenance in accordance with policies and procedures
  • Check-in with the Transportation department daily for assignments and updates
  • Participate in all job briefings, follow railroad protection limits, and conduct proper radio communications
  • Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment
  • Accurately complete and maintain a drivers log in accordance with requirements
  • Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures
  • Report all job site incidents and injuries to Transportation Manager immediately
  • Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Class A CDL required (must have air brake endorsement and no manual transmission restrictions)
  • Motor vehicle record must not have any major driving offenses within the last three (3) years
  • At least 3 years of over-the-road driving experience required; flatbed driving experience preferred
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write
  • Demonstrated strong mechanical and intermediate mathematical skills

  Work Requirements:

  • Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
  • Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and drive a DOT regulated vehicle
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card, required for DOT regulated vehicle operation
  • Ability and willingness to fly commercial airlines for business related travel
  • Ability to effectively use an iPhone and mobile printer
  • Understand and accurately interpret/follow laws, rules, regulations, and other railroad/Iron Junction guidelines
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a diverse group
  • Ability to transverse and work on uneven surfaces in an outdoor environment submit to all elements/conditions
  • Ability to change easily from one task to another (varying in nature) and deal with competing demands
  • Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to: lifting/carrying (up to 100lbs), sitting, kneeling, climbing, standing, walking, bending, squatting, pulling, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
  • Personal protective equipment must be used/worn as required
  • Must be available to work 1 weekend a month at the discretion of the local transportation manager

Comprehensive Benefits offered:

  • Paid time off
  • Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Healthcare spending reimbursement account- HSA
  • Quarterly Bonus Incentive Opportunity
  • Company Paid Short-term disability, Long-term disability, and Life Insurance
  • 401K with Match
  • Annual Company clothing store allowance
  • Parental leave
  • Company match on charitable donations

We look forward to receiving your application!

Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Outdoor, Night shift, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

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