OTR Driver - SUMITOMO RUBBER NORTH AMERICA INC

Sumitomo Rubber North America, Inc has immediate openings for full-time OTR Class A Drivers in our Joliet, Illinois Distribution Center to help grow our business through world class service.  We have a growing brand position in the high-performance, light truck, and commercial tire market.  Our growth will provide motivated candidates with future opportunities, as well as a challenging, rewarding work environment.

As a company driver you will be an important part of our team!   As a team member you can also enjoy the following pay and benefits:

• Hourly rate $21.00-25.00/per hour or $.43 - .55 per mile pay
•  40 hours minimum weekly pay
• Good driving bonus of up to $2,000 every 90 days
• Sign on bonus of $1,000 paid after 60 days
• Driver referral bonus of $1,000
• Annual merit increase 
• Paid vacation / sick time / personal time
• 10 paid company holidays
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match
• 24 / 7 roadside assistance
• Early morning dispatch
• No out-of-pocket per diem

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualifications include, but are not limited to 1 - 2 years experience driving a commercial tractor/trailer vehicle OTR.
• Possess a valid IL Class A Commercial driver's license.
• Must possess a clean driving record with good MVR
• Maintain E-logs and other paperwork Perform pre-trip/post-trip checks of truck and trailer according to DOT regulations.
• Must have a strong work ethic and embrace the job as a PROFESSIONAL DRIVER
• Must be able to lift +50lbs (some unloading assist may be required).
• Some overnights required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

WORK EXPERIENCE: One two (1 2) years experience driving a commercial tractor/trailer vehicle OTR and have doubles endorsements.

ACADEMIC/TRAINING: A High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and certification from an accredited Truck Driving School.

SKILLS: Ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be detail oriented and well organized. Must possess a clean driving record (no more than 2 points), possess ability to fill out Drivers Log Book and be available for night and day shifts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to drive, see, hear, move, stand, walk, sit, reach, crawl, crouch and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes all weather conditions, and the majority of the environment is in a tractor trailer truck, van, or any other commercial type vehicle, with a strong smell of tires.

The Physical Demands and Work Environment described herein represent the environment and physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.