Class A CDL Drayage Truck Driver
hace 4 días
Gardena
NGL Transportation, Inc. is seeking experienced and safety-focused Class A CDL Drayage Truck Drivers to join our growing operations team. Based out of Gardena, California, our drivers play a critical role in moving freight between ports, rail yards, warehouses, and distribution centers throughout the Los Angeles and Southern California region. The ideal candidate is a professional, reliable driver with a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and customer service. This role operates primarily in a local drayage environment with port and intermodal freight. Key Responsibilities • Operate a Class A tractor-trailer to transport containerized freight between ports (LA/Long Beach), rail yards, warehouses, and customer distribution centers., • Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in compliance with FMCSA and California DMV regulations, and document findings on the DVIR., • Pick up and deliver import/export containers as dispatched, adhering to appointment times, port schedules, and customer delivery windows., • Accurately complete all required shipping documents including Bills of Lading, delivery receipts, interchange forms, and daily manifests — including recording all breaks as required., • Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding delays, re-spots, schedule changes, or any issues encountered during the shift., • Comply with all Hours of Service (HOS) regulations; maintain accurate ELD records or paper logs when required by California regulations., • Perform trailer re-spots at customer facilities when requested by warehouse personnel, following company SOP and immediately notifying dispatch., • Operate within California's 55 mph CMV speed limit and all applicable CA Vehicle Code regulations at all times., • Maintain a clean, professional appearance and represent NGL Transportation with courtesy and professionalism at all customer locations., • Report all accidents, incidents, or near-misses to dispatch and the Safety Department immediately, following company accident reporting procedures., • Ensure cargo is properly secured in compliance with FMCSA cargo securement standards before every departure., • Maintain knowledge of and comply with CARB Truck & Bus Regulations and all applicable environmental compliance requirements. Minimum Qualifications • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), • TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), • Minimum 2 years of verifiable Class A driving experience, • Clean MVR — no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years, • No DUIs, reckless driving, or major violations, • Must pass DOT pre-employment drug & alcohol screening, • Must pass DOT physical and maintain valid Medical Certificate, • Familiarity with port drayage operations (LA/LB preferred), • Experience with chassis inspection and container handling, • Strong knowledge of HOS regulations and ELD compliance, • Ability to navigate using GPS and electronic dispatch systems, • Authorized to work in the United States, • Must be at least 21 years of age Preferred Qualifications • HazMat endorsement on CDL, • Experience with Samsara ELD platform, • Bilingual — English and Korean or Spanish, • Familiarity with CARB compliance requirements, • Knowledge of CA port terminal systems (e.g., PortCheck, eModal), • Experience operating in congested urban port environments, • Prior drayage experience at Ports of LA or Long Beach Physical Requirements • Sit and operate a commercial vehicle for extended periods, • Climb in and out of the cab repeatedly throughout the shift, • Lift and carry up to 10 lbs (e.g., chains, binders, equipment), • Perform hands-on pre/post-trip inspection of entire vehicle, • Work in varying weather conditions — heat, cold, rain, • Bend, kneel, and crouch during vehicle inspection and coupling, • Maintain alertness and focus during long driving periods, • Work early morning, evening, or weekend shifts as required Conduct & Compliance Standards • Treat all company staff, dispatch, warehouse personnel, and customers with professionalism and respect at all times., • Communicate with dispatch in a professional manner — verbal abuse, yelling, or threatening behavior toward any employee is grounds for immediate termination., • Follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including re-spot procedures, manifest requirements, and accident reporting protocols., • Never refuse a reasonable request from a customer's warehouse team — contact dispatch immediately if any concern arises., • Record all breaks, including the required 30-minute meal break, on the daily manifest without exception., • Report any citation, accident, or license suspension to NGL Transportation immediately — no exceptions.