CDL Driver - Express Operations (Jamaica, New York, US)

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) • CDL Driver - Express Operations (Jamaica, New York, US) • 1d ago

Compensation Data

Pay Rate: $30 / hr + $5.55 HTA Supplemental Pay

About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

We are looking for full-time Class A CDL drivers to support our local operation at JFK. We haul exclusively from the yard to the WFS building, a very short distance. Haul loads (100% no touch freight) using state of the art equipment and technology. Drive local routes that have you home after every shift. Play a key role in keeping our commitment to exceed customer expectations and deliver packages on time and at the right place.

Responsibilities

Must possess good depth perception and ability to distinguish colors red, green and yellow.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
Ability to perform these operations using units of U.S money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
Ability to complete Department of Transportation (DOT) Daily Driver’s Logs (if applicable) in accordance with DOT Regulations.

Minimum Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess applicable commercial driver's license (CDL), Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate and comply with all DOT regulations as it relates to operating Commercial Vehicles.
Subject to random DOT drug testing.

Preferred Skills

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday).
Holidays and days off.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Lift and /or move up to 70 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
Frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.

Perks & Benefits

Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.