What are the responsibilities and job description for the Owner Operator position at GFA, Inc.?
Immediate Openings for Owner Operators for Birmingham, AL Lanes
GFA is one of the fastest growing family owned and operated logistics companies in the Southeast.
We are seeking experienced Class A professional owner operators to join our expanding team.
If you are not just looking for a job, but a way to expand your business, we encourage you to apply.
We are seeking safe and courteous business-minded drivers to transport containers in the rapidly expanding Southeast regional market.
Why GFA:
- Consistent high freight volumes
- Dedicated lane to Birmingham, AL
- High Volume lanes from Savannah Port to various Georgia facilities
- No touch Freight
What you will be doing:
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
- Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipt
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Report defects, accidents or violations
What you should have:
- Must be 23 years of age
- Proven work experience as a truck driver. Minimum of 2 years of recent driving experience with Class A CDL
- TWIC cards are recommended but not necessary
- Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc.)
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- Clean MVR
- Accident Free
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.)
- Valid Class A license and medical card
- Fuel card provided
- Weekly settlement through direct deposit
Become a part of our rapidly growing, dynamic team and we'll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.
GFA is a premier provider of total logistic solutions and supply chain analysis with experience and passion to provide superior service which increases optimization of cost savings and dependability to every customer. We provide integrated logistics solutions that include distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive transportation management, material handling services, real estate (warehouse and yard) management. To fulfill this mission, we provide innovative solutions and supply chain analysis that fit our customers’ needs, and we could establish trusted close relationships with customers based on trust with asset-based transportation and warehousing services.
