Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from DB Schenker
Job overview
The Commercial Vehicle Operations Driver – Local (Non-CDL) II at DB Schenker is responsible for local pick up and delivery of freight using company vehicles, playing a key role in the company's logistics operations within a 150-mile radius.
Responsibilities and impact
The driver will verify shipment information, load and unload freight, sort outbound freight, deliver and recover freight using company vehicles, contributing to efficient logistics and customer service.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base hourly pay of $28.04 with benefits including paid time off, health insurance, 401(k) with company match, disability insurance, paid holidays, and direct deposit.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a valid driver's license, pass background and drug tests, possess good interpersonal skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and generally 2-4 years of experience is preferred.
Work environment and culture
DB Schenker values diversity, encourages individual contributions, and fosters a team-oriented global logistics environment.
Company information
DB Schenker is a global logistics network with over 76,000 employees worldwide, known for connecting the world through its transportation and logistics services.
Job location and travel
The job involves operating within a 150 air-mile radius of a DB Schenker facility, using company vehicles for local deliveries.
Unique job features
The role involves operating commercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight between 10,000 and 26,000 pounds and includes comprehensive benefits and equal employment opportunity policies.
Company overview
DB Schenker is a global logistics and supply chain management company headquartered in Essen, Germany. It operates in land transport, air and ocean freight, contract logistics, and supply chain management, making money through freight forwarding, warehousing, and integrated logistics solutions. Founded in 1872, the company has a rich history, including its acquisition by Deutsche Bahn in 2002, which significantly expanded its capabilities and global reach.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in operating commercial vehicles within the specified weight range and your ability to safely deliver and pick up freight locally, emphasizing knowledge of shipment verification and freight handling.
Emphasize your valid driver’s license, compliance with background checks, and ability to meet safety and regulatory requirements, as well as your interpersonal skills and reliability in a logistics environment.
Apply through multiple platforms including the DB Schenker corporate careers site and LinkedIn to ensure your application reaches the right recruiters and increases your chances of consideration.
Connect with current DB Schenker drivers or logistics staff on LinkedIn within the Commercial Vehicle Operations division; use ice breakers like asking about their experience with the local delivery routes or inquiring how they handle peak delivery periods to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'commercial vehicle operation,' 'freight handling,' 'shipment verification,' 'local delivery,' and 'valid driver’s license' to pass automated screenings.
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