Description

Job Summary:

The Tractor-Trailer Driver will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials to customers in a timely and professional manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
• Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.
• Assists with loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.
• Cargo handling
• Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete.
• Properly track and document activity logs
• Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Shipping Supervisor.
• Reporting all incidents to supervisor
• Working in the warehouse when not driving
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
• Ability to remain focused in busy environment.
• Punctual and STRONG attention to detail

Education and Experience:

• Must hold required commercial drivers license (Class A) appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated.
• Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations.
• Minimum 3 years experience in truck driving

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to handle physical workload (includes bending, lifting, standing, twisting, squatting, walking)
• Prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time.
• Heavy Lifting
• Must be able to travel frequently.