Driver - Abilene, TX

Job description

Schedule Options: The hours for this position may include evenings, overnights, holidays, and weekends but may vary according to projects and deadlines. The starting salary for this position while in training is $28.98 per hour plus bonuses. After CDL training is complete, the driver will have the opportunity to be paid based on activity (weights/stops/miles) starting pay up to $80K annually. QTD Driver & DA New Candidate QuikTrip Employee Benefits Primary Purpose of Job: To transport QuikTrip merchandise over assigned routes safely and in accordance with all QuikTrip policies and procedures and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Deliver merchandise to designated drop-off point in accordance with QT policies and procedures. Reports to : Transportation Coordinator/Transportation Team Leader Requirements for this position: Education: High school graduate or equivalent, Vo-tech training Experience: Basic knowledge of tractor / trailers. Must be at least 21 and have a clean driving record including no DWI/DUI’s for the past 5 years. Fuel Delivery Drivers must have a minimum of 1-year QTD driving experience and be at least 25 years of age. Skills: Ability to drive a tractor / trailer and back trailer into dock and store parking lot. Must be able to maintain a CDL Class A driver’s license, including but not limited to alcohol/drug test, written exam, driving test, and DMV record check. All CDL training is conducted by an internal QuikTrip Driver Initial Trainer. All costs associated with obtaining your CDL License are covered by QuikTrip. Desired specifications for this position: Education: Graduate of driving institute Experience: One-year experience driving a tractor / trailer Skills Dependable, self-motivated. Additional criteria which should be recognized in evaluating the scope and impact of this position: Must be able to scale, weigh, read the ticket, and make tandem or 5th wheel adjustments without assistance. Driver must be able to read a map (in case of road construction and detours). Must know procedures for getting a tire changed in an isolated area. Must display professionalism in both appearance and actions. Additionally, the following are required: Must have good driving record. Must attend and complete designated training school. Must pass physical and DOT regulations. Able to work evenings and late-night shifts. Able to work with little supervision. Must pass TSA background check (Fuel Only) Must obtain hazardous material and tanker endorsements (Fuel Only)