OTR Team Driver - CDL A

OTR Team Driver - CDL A
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dallas, TX
Reporting To: Transportation Manager
Description
ABOUT UOVO
Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO-the epitome of sophistication in storage, management and logistics of valuable art, fashion and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state of the art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.
At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation-they elevate.
As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best in class employment and client experience UOVO provides!
UOVO, the nation's leading storage and services provider for art, archives, and collectibles seeks a OTR National Shuttle Team Driver, CDL A to join its dynamic and growing team. OTR The National Shuttle Team Driver will execute the timely transport of fine art objects between our locations along the East and West Coast. Our ideal candidate is a reliable, team player, and has experience making deliveries in a heavy duty box truck. The National Shuttle Team Driver will report to the Transportation Manager based in Dallas Texas
Core Responsibilities

• Operate up to a class 8 box truck in a team driving environment to provide timely delivery of property including but not limited to fine art and collectibles.
• Proper handling of art objects, using the appropriate methods and materials for organizing, packing, loading and unloading trucks, ensuring safe transport and accurate delivery.
• Proficiency using electronic inventory systems and barcode scanners when loading and unloading at each location.
• Communicate with dispatch via email, text, or phone regarding on-going trips and schedule updates.
• Preparation and careful execution of paperwork, including bills of lading, labels and driver logs.
• Safely operate a company vehicle and transport artwork to UOVO locations across the country.
• Preparation of condition checks and condition reports.
• A minimum requirement of a valid class A CDL and a clean driving record
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, DOT regulations and have the ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid and the ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
• Perform all required truck inspections to ensure proper maintenance and care of equipment.
• Ability to support warehouse operations as business needs dictate.
• Other projects as assigned by the Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

• A minimum requirement of a valid class A CDL and a clean driving record
• Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, and dynamic environment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and MVR.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to problem solve issues onsite, with the experience to know when to escalate to a Supervisor.
• Weekend, overtime, and holiday work may be necessary; schedule flexibility is required.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and national DOT regulations.
• Uphold the highest safety standards.
• Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead.
• Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow.
• Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, J-bars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipment.

The National Shuttle Team Driver position requires consistent overnight travel from UOVO's Dallas facility five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends. National Shuttle Team Driver routes will begin in Dallas on Monday and end in Dallas on Friday each week.
Compensation & Benefits
UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• 100% employer-covered medical plan option for team members as well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
• 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
• 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
• Company-Sponsored Parental Leave policy
• Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
• 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of team member contributions.
• Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
• Company sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Monthly team lunches and Birthday celebrations
• Team member Recognition Program ( the "Eggcellence Awards")