At least 21 years of age
Legally qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements required for assigned equipment and freight.
One year of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience, including at least 6 months of multi-state or OTR experience; a lower experience threshold may be approved only if it meets KeHE safety and insurance standards.
Current DOT medical qualification
Ability to satisfy all pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing and FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements.
Demonstrated ability to operate an ELD, navigation system, telematics platform, smartphone, and electronic trip-documentation tools.
Ability to read and follow dispatch instructions, bills of lading, site procedures, route restrictions, equipment instructions, and emergency communications.
Reliable attendance and availability for extended OTR assignments, nights, weekends, holidays, and weather-related schedule changes.
The driver must be able to safely enter and exit tractor and trailer equipment; sit and drive for extended periods; couple and uncouple equipment; open and secure trailer doors; connect air and electrical lines; perform inspections at ground level and around equipment; and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier effort as allowed by policy and reasonable accommodation.