Job Description

• Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
  
• Drive long distances to deliver goods to customers
  
• Follow instructions; locate and read location and road maps
  
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
  
• Load and unload cargo
  
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
  
• Pick up goods and materials, verify loads for accuracy, and deliver them as instructed
  
• Document and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
  
• Report road incidents to the dispatcher
  
• Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance; comply with all safe work practices, policies, and processes at all times
  
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
  
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers
  
• Complete and verify paperwork for accuracy
  
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
  
• Keep commercial driver’s license up to date

Job Requirements

• High school diploma
  
• Proven work experience as a Truck Driver
  
• Class A CDL or commercial driver license
  
• Traffic laws/ DOT regulations/ driving knowledge
  
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
  
• Must pass drug and alcohol test
  
• Pallet jack experience required; forklift experience preferred
  
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
  
• Must have clean driving record
  
• Ability to lift 80 pounds repeatedly throughout day
  
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
  
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
  
• Listening and verbal communication skills