Job Description

WHY BE AN OWNER-OPERATOR?

• Earning Potential : Imagine having the earning potential of a Wall Street Graduate, all without stepping foot in a classroom. As an Owner-Operator, your hard work and income directly correlate.
• Flexibility : Work when you want to work and choose the jobs that align with your schedule and preferences. Take control of your time and enjoy the freedom to prioritize what matters most to you.
• Choose Your Co-Workers : Unlike traditional employment, you have the autonomy to select your co-workers, ensuring a supportive and harmonious work environment.
• Supportive Network : Gain the backing of Armstrong and our extensive network of over 30 locations nationwide. Benefit from the collective knowledge and support of a reputable agency.

WHY ARMSTRONG?

• I ndustry Leader : As the largest booker and hauler for United Van Lines, Armstrong keeps you busy with a steady stream of work, ensuring consistent earnings.
• Lower Operating Costs : Gain immediate access to lower insurance rates, better financing options, and larger equipment selections.
• Weekly Pay : Say goodbye to financial uncertainty with our weekly pay structure, providing you with stability and peace of mind.
• Entrepreneurial Freedom : Enjoy the autonomy of an entrepreneur while benefiting from the support of a company that handles the backend operations for you.
• Unique Opportunities : Our unique structure allows you to become a Partner, offering long-term growth potential and a stake in our success.
• Simplified Processes : Forget about the hassle of billing and paperwork. At Armstrong, we handle the administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best: driving.
• Job Dispatch : No need to spend time searching for work. Jobs are dispatched to you, streamlining your workflow, and maximizing your efficiency.
• Lease-to-Own Option : Take the first step towards ownership with our lease-to-own option, empowering you to build equity and achieve your long-term goals.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Join our team as a driver and take the lead in managing Armstrong’s dynamic transportation operations! You'll oversee the entire process, from packing and loading to transporting and unloading. Operating a tractor and 53’ trailer, you'll receive, store, and distribute equipment and goods. This role also involves supervising helpers and providing top-notch customer service. If you have experience moving and storing household goods, we want to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Operate trucks for the delivery, pick-up, and relocation of products and materials.
• Protect customer’s items and property using pads, tape, and other material to prevent damage during loading, transit, and unloading.
• Ensure each item and its condition is accurately listed on the Shipment Inventory. Ensure all other shipment paperwork, such as Bills of Lading, Statements of Accessorial Services, Inventories, and Weight Tickets, is properly completed.
• Direct packers and helpers so loading/unloading is safely accomplished within established productivity standards, as well as to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Comply with all paperwork requirements (e.g., driver logs, proper signatures, weight tickets, etc.).
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and perform routine vehicle maintenance work.
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pick-up operations.
• Follow all safety rules as required by DOT, OSHA, and company safety program.
• Inspect all materials received for order accuracy and quality.
• Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns and inventory issues.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Prior experience with moving and storage of household and/or commercial goods.
• Must possess a valid Class A, B, or C Commercial Driver’s license (CDL).
• Proven history of driving with a safe driving record.
• Must pass all company and DOT requirements, including roadside inspection reports (PSP), DOT medical screen, pre-qualification drug screen, and criminal background investigation.
• Must be able to drive and safely operate a tractor and 53’ trailer in accordance with United Van Lines, and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Must pass all company and DOT requirements, including DOT medical screen, pre-qualification drug screen, and criminal background investigation.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• This position requires excellent physical stamina and the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Sustained periods of lifting, standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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