Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

Dohrn Transfer is currently seeking a Hybrid Building Maintenance employee at the Peru, IL terminal.

Pay: $25.77/Hour to start and $26.20/Hour after the first year!

Hours: Monday-Friday, 4 Day Work Week optional

Benefits: Health/Vision/Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short/long term disability and more.

Position Summary:

Repairing, replacing, and building components of facility buildings and grounds, as well as driving a Non CDL vehicle to pick up and deliver freight.

Essential Functions:

• Perform manual and skilled work at facilities for building and grounds maintenance as needed including:
• Outdoor grounds maintenance- snow plowing and yard work, some concrete work
• Indoor repairs and maintenance- carpentry, electrical, welding, some fabrication, some plumbing, some HVAC
• Dock Facilities maintenance- overhead door repair, replace and repair dock plates
• Drive a Non CDL vehicle safely while picking up and delivering general freight
• Drive a Non CDL vehicle safely while transporting freight between terminals
• Load and unload vehicle, either independently or with assistance of dockworkers; Mechanic freight handling equipment may be used where available and appropriate
• Perform frequent lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of freight
• Securing of freight may be required through strapping or other methods
• Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions as required by law and company policy
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle
• Light mechanical work
• Operate and inspect mechanical equipment to diagnose defects
• Perform other duties as needed

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Facilities Maintenance experience in the Transportation Industry preferred
• Must have a high level of knowledge and experience with various skilled trades used in building and grounds repair and maintenance
• All drivers are to possess only one valid driver's license issued by the resident state of the driver; Operators who have recently transferred from another state must produce a copy of the former license or provide license information for verification from that state; Drivers will need to provide information on all licenses held within the previous 36 months
• No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / OWI or Reckless Driving within the previous 5 years
• Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result
• Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative controlled substances and alcohol result from prior employer(s) for the past three-year period; No prior evidence of controlled substance use
• There must be no instance of refusal to submit to an alcohol or controlled substance test within the past three-year period, including pre-employment testing
• Must consent to a 10-year check on work history; Gaps of 30 days or more must be listed and explained; documentation may be requested; Discrepancies may prevent applications from being processed or withdrawal of the job offer
• Must have the ability to read and write the English language and also perform simple mathematical calculations

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Travel to regional terminals is required; Weekend and night hours occasionally required; be available on call around the clock
• Gripping of various sizes and weights of up to 100 pounds
• Lifting of up to 100 pounds from ground level to 45"; Lifting at waist level or 36”
• Front carry up to 100 pounds for 250 feet
• Push/pull up to 60 pounds of horizontal force
• Subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside; Outside work may be in extreme hot or cold weather conditions
• Subject to: standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching particularly for sustained periods of time
• Subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level
• Subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical working conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and exposure to chemicals
• Subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines and motor vehicles
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eye

Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, geographic background, physical and/or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.