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  • 26ft Box truck driver
    26ft Box truck driver
    26 days ago
    Full-time
    Newark

    We are seeking a reliable and experienced Box Truck Driver to operate a non-CDL box truck for regional and long-haul deliveries. You will be responsible for safely transporting loads, maintaining open communication with dispatch and owners, and ensuring professionalism with both shippers and receivers. Responsibilities • Safely operate a non-CDL box truck, • Ensure timely pickups and deliveries, • Conduct basic pre-trip and post-trip inspections, • Maintain communication about routes, delays, and delivery status, • Secure cargo properly and adhere to DOT safety regulations, • Keep the truck clean and report any mechanical issues Requirements • Valid non-CDL driver’s license, • Preferably 1–2 years of box truck driving experience, • Clean driving record, • Ability to pass a background check and drug test if required, • Familiarity with GPS, ELD (if applicable), and basic paperwork like BOLs, • Must be reliable, punctual, and professional Pay • Compensation can be based on a percentage of the load or per-mile/per-trip, depending on experience, • Competitive pay discussed during the interview Additional Information • The truck is based in Newark, NJ, • Routes may include local, regional, or out-of-state trips, • No CDL is required, and Hazmat is not required unless you choose to add it later Application Instructions Please provide your driving experience, availability, and contact information when applying.

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  • Driver
    Driver
    19 hours ago
    $20–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Hoboken

    Overview We are seeking a reliable and professional Box Truck / Cargo Van Driver to join our team. This role involves local route driving, delivery, and pick-up services, ensuring timely and safe transportation of goods. The ideal candidate will have experience with commercial driving, customer service, and warehouse operations, with the ability to handle physical tasks such as heavy lifting and moving. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on safety and efficiency. Duties • Safely operate box trucks and cargo vans for local deliveries and pickups according to assigned routes, • Load and unload cargo using forklifts, pallet jacks, or manual handling techniques, • Ensure accurate delivery of goods to customers while providing excellent customer service, • Manage route driving efficiently, adhering to schedules and traffic regulations, • Assist with warehouse tasks including moving inventory and organizing shipments, • Perform routine vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues promptly, • Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the vehicle and work area, • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred but not required, • Proven experience as a delivery driver or courier, especially with box trucks or cargo vans, • Strong customer service skills with professional communication abilities, • Warehouse experience including load & unload procedures, forklift operation, and pallet jack use is a plus, • Ability to handle physical tasks such as heavy lifting and moving items safely, • Familiarity with manual transmission vehicles is advantageous, • Knowledge of route driving, traffic laws, and safety regulations, • Flexible schedule Work Location: On the road

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  • CLASS B CDL TRUCK DRIVER – MINIMUM 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    CLASS B CDL TRUCK DRIVER – MINIMUM 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    10 days ago
    $25 hourly
    Full-time
    Linden

    Maximum Quality Foods, Inc. is proud to serve New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Maryland as a reliable foodservice distributor. Position Summary As a CDL Truck Driver, you will be responsible for delivering and picking up products on an established route. You will also assist with shipping and receiving, and collect payments from customers as needed. This role reports to the Transportation Manager and is entitled to overtime for hours worked beyond 40 per week. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Load and unload products using a hand truck or manually, • Operate company vehicles safely and courteously, adhering to state, local, DOT, and Hours of Service regulations, • Pick up and deliver products promptly to and from various customers and vendors, • Maintain the cleanliness and condition of delivery vehicles, • Conduct daily maintenance checks and report issues, • Relay customer messages to management, • Manage return of credit products with proper paperwork, • Maintain a neat workplace, • Inform transportation about overstock issues immediately, • Provide customers with signed invoices or credit forms, • Ensure items are secured on the truck to prevent damage, • Perform additional duties as requested by management Competencies • Strong oral and written communication skills, • Reading skills and math aptitude, • Customer relations and organizational abilities, • Professionalism and time management Physical Demands • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Requirements • High School Diploma or equivalent, • CDL A or B License, • 6 Months of Experience with CDL Benefits • Union environment, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off, • Overtime opportunities, • 401(k) and referral program available This is a full-time, in-person role with a starting pay of $25.00 per hour.

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  • LEAD DISPATCHER
    LEAD DISPATCHER
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    MUST HAVE DRAYAGE EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED!!! "Dray Dispatcher" with hands on experience managing directly terminal appointments for pickups and return of empties directly with owner operators. Some experience with Truck Brokers dispatch operation a plus. Dispatcher: The role of this position is to support the senior dispatcher in handling the daily functions for managing and dispatching trucks whether our own vehicles or others through our truck brokerage offerings. This job requires tracking, tracing, routing and billing both domestic and international shipment arrivals from place of availability or arrival to final destination. Duties will include dispatching owner operators, booking shipments with domestic carriers, creating and sending out VICS bills of lading, tracking shipments to final delivery, obtaining POD’s and invoicing all shipments to our customers. All handled via our TMS system (Profit Tools). Job duties: · Input/Manage all shipments into our TMS System (Profit Tools) · Invoicing all shipments whether from our dray operations or Truck Brokerage Operations · Driver Settlement processes for our own drivers (FCL/LCL) · Utilize Truck Brokerage Software (Profit Tools and carrier sites) to: · Price shipments · Select carriers · Track shipments · Enter data into our TMS (Profit Tools) · Maintain logs and records of calls, activities and other information · Schedule, plan and confirm deliveries · Track All Shipments · Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise with shipments · Upload various documents to our systems/website · Verify Delivery Orders/Bills of Lading regarding piece counts, container numbers (and total number of containers) Carton Quantities, weights, routing, etc. · For international arrivals ensure shipment has arrived and is released/available for pick up from the pier/railyard/airport. · Advise Customer Service representatives or clients of any delays in delivery of cargo or confirm deliveries. Skills and Qualifications: · Ability to multi-task is essential · Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Excel and Outlook · Must possess strong interpersonal skills · The ability to work with a team or individually · Any other ad-hoc duties as defined by the Senior Dispatcher · 2 years minimum freight dispatch experience

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