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Regional CDL A Driver

Keystone Freight Corp. / National Retail Transport
Watkins, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Company Overview :

NRS, our parent company for Keystone Freight Corp (KFC) is a leading provider of transportation logistics services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's leading retailers and manufacturers for 60 years. Our innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office, the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push boundaries in the logistics industry.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Regional Driver to join our team out of Nichols, NY! This position involves longer-distance driving that may require multiple days on the road, typically within a specific region. Our drivers enjoy regular home time, with opportunities for Safety Bonuses for qualified individuals. The freight is NO TOUCH, and some store deliveries involve drop and hook operations.

Pay : $0.62 / Mile

Service Area :
  • New England
  • Upstate NY
  • NY Metro Area
  • Job Description

    • Execute timely deliveries to dedicated accounts across the region
    • Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections before and after each load
    • Maintain accurate daily electronic logs (E-Logs)
    • Operate company-owned tractor-trailer trucks for regional freight transportation
    • Perform required “user maintenance” and submit necessary reports
    • Deliver exceptional customer service during pickup and delivery operations
    • Maintain all DOT, OSHA, and company safety program certifications
    • Preserve company property in excellent condition
    • Report accidents immediately and communicate any delays promptly to dispatch or management
    • Contribute to overall team operations as needed
    • Requirements

    • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
    • Clean driving record (MVR, CSA, and previous employment)
    • Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screening and meet DOT medical requirements
    • Stable work history
    • Current DOT physical certification
    • Minimum 1 year of Class A driving experience or equivalent military experience
    • At least 23 years of age
    • Comprehensive knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques
    • Proficiency in safely operating various vehicles
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    • Ability to work independently and make sound judgments
    • Capability to maintain equipment safely at all times
    • Willingness to be away from home for multiple days at a time
    • Ability to manage time effectively and plan routes efficiently
    • Physical Demands :

    • Extended periods of sitting while operating vehicles for multiple days
    • Manual dexterity for vehicle operation and equipment management
    • Occasional heavy lifting (50 pounds) for cargo handling
    • High levels of concentration and situational awareness over long drives
    • Flexibility to work irregular hours, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends
    • Ability to work in various weather conditions
    • Physical capability for climbing in and out of truck cabs and trailers
    • Compliance with all health and safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment
    • EEO Statement :

      NRS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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