Hiring Drivers! Company Vehicle for Trips!
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Hiring Drivers! Company Vehicle for Trips! - Norfolk , VA
CREW TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED NORFOLK, VA
Starting Pay for Local Yard Van drivers is$15.00/hr & Over-the-Road drivers is $16.00/hr
Shift Differential for Qualified Shifts! ($2.00/hr OTR only)
Want to get your career moving in the right direction? We are seeking a self-confident, outgoing, dependable team member who wants to join our growing organization. This opportunity is great for anyone looking to work in a unique environment. Come be a part of the nations largest rail crew transportation company as our new Driver!
Deadline to Apply: Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis
About PTI Where the RIGHT way is the SAFE way:
Professional Transportation, Inc. has been providing crew transportation services for railroads since 1980 and has an industry reputation for providing quality, dependable, and safe crew transportation services. Much like a shuttle service, PTI receives around-the-clock requests from our railroad customers to pick up and drop off train crews. PTI dispatchers match up drivers with these trips and the drivers safely transport the crews to their destinations.
Job Summary:
As a PTI Van Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting railroad crew members wherever the railroad requests. Trip length and times vary depending on railroad customer needs. Safety is always our #1 priority and should be the main focus for our Van Drivers. No prior professional driving experience required!
Benefits of Joining PTI:
Starting Pay for Local Yard Van drivers is$15.00/hr & Over-the-Road drivers is $16.00/hr* (Shift Differential for Qualified Shifts of $2.00/hr for OTR only)
Company provided vehicles and fuel during trips
Multiple health insurance plan options
Paid vacation time
401(K) retirement
Safety recognition awards
On the job training
No heavy lifting or long-distance walking
Room for growth and advancement within the company
Home every day
*The hourly rate for this role is specific to Norfolk, VA. The hourly rate for other branch locations may vary. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Responsibilities:
Promoting and practicing safety awareness
Prioritize on time performance to meet customer needs
Pick up and drop off our customers safely to their destinations
Provide excellent customer service
Communicate timely with our Dispatch Center
Open and close all doors/hatches for the crew members
Report any defects, mechanical problems, or missing items found during vehicle inspection to your supervisor
Promote and follow all company policies and procedures
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor
This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties, and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.
Our ideal candidate must:
Be at least 21 years old
Have a valid drivers license and clean driving record
Have a minimum of 3 years driving experience (personal or work-related)
Must be able to pass a post offer drug screening, MVR, and homeland security background check
Be able to arrive to the branch location within 30 minutes to ensure on-time performance is achieved
Have a medical DOT card (or obtain one upon hire) if required by your state
AAP/EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: PTI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or veteran status. PTI has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.