Job Description
Join Metro Logistics Solutions as a Freight Driver and enjoy the freedom of flexible scheduling while serving New York's dynamic supply chain! We're seeking professional drivers to transport goods across the tri-state area with modern, well-maintained equipment. Perfect for students, parents, or anyone seeking work-life balance without sacrificing competitive pay and benefits.
Our drivers enjoy: Customizable shifts (early mornings, afternoons, or evenings), guaranteed weekly pay, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k), and referral bonuses. All routes are within 200 miles of NYC with no overnight stays required!
Responsibilities
- Safely operate commercial vehicles (box trucks or flatbeds) for local and regional deliveries
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections ensuring DOT compliance
- Manage delivery documentation and maintain accurate shipment records
- Optimize routes for efficiency using GPS navigation systems
- Coordinate with warehouse teams for seamless loading/unloading operations
- Communicate delivery status and delays to dispatch in real-time
- Adhere to strict safety protocols and defensive driving practices
Qualifications
- Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with clean MVR
- Minimum 1 year commercial driving experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and operate loading equipment
- Strong knowledge of NYC traffic patterns and regional highways
- Excellent time management and route optimization skills
- Proficient in using electronic logging devices (ELD)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Pass background check and drug screening