Truck Driver Class A

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance

• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules

• 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

• Delivering merchandise via tractor-trailer

• Loading and unloading product

• Maintaining daily log and keeping all paperwork organized.

• Attention to detail and ensuring all product is accounted for.

• Filling up on fuel, and clean truck as required and needed

• Report any incidents to the Traffic Manager that are encountered on or off the road.

• Inspecting the trailer before and after the trip, and record any defects.

• Keep the truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order.

• Must have an open schedule and be able to work as needed.

Requirements

• Applicant must have a minimum of 3 years experience driving as a CDL Class A driver.

• CDL Class A driver’s license must be in good standing.

• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc).

• Medical DOT Card must be up to date and active.

• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.

• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.

• No recent moving or driving violations.

• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.).

• Ability to communicate effectively and follow direction.

• Must be self-motivated, a team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous and respectful toward others.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention.

Benefit Conditions

• Waiting period may apply

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s)

• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED

• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Trucking freight handling:

• Using pallet jack/forklift

Type of Freight:

• Reefer

Trucking route:

• Tristate area

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.15 per hour