Job Details

JOB SUMMARY:

Drive truck assigned. Keep the truck and equipment clean and organized. (tie downs, blocks, straps, etc.) Load equipment on truck and secure. Pick up and deliver equipment to customer’s plant. Pay attention to delivery deadlines and make sure they are met. Maintain a professional appearance and pleasant attitude when dealing with the customer’s employees. In many cases this is the first personal contact with the customer and first impressions are important.

WORK TO BE PERFORMED:

• Transport and deliver goods in accordance with a schedule, including emergency, rush deliveries or pick-ups that require overtime
• Verify count and condition of transported items, reporting any damage as applicable.
• Assist in loading and unloading freight as required.
• Secure loads properly.
• Assure that loads are within weight limits.
• Operate truck in a safe manner.
• Comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) standards and regulations.
• Report any vehicle problems or defects to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain vehicles in a manner that projects positive company image to customers and the general public.
• Maintain a good driving record.
• Ensure good customer relations by consistently delivering orders on time and by acting in a courteous, professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically capable of driving eight-hour days.
• Must be able to secure tie downs and straps.
• Climb into and out of truck bed while loading truck
• Drive forklift and use hoists and cranes for loading and unloading.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Experience as a truck driver of at least two years
• Truck driver training school training preferred.
• Education of at least a High School Diploma
• Ability to deal with customers effectively and promote strong company image.

MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have valid CDL drivers license
• Comply with DOT driver log requirements.
• Yearly physical certification is necessary.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR SAFETY:

Must comply with NIDA drug testing requirements.

Personal protective equipment required:

• Safety shoes
• Safety Glasses
• Hard Hat if in customer’s plant