CDL Class A Truck Driver
4 Months ago • 1-5 Years
Logistics
Job Description
As a CDL Class A Truck Driver, you will be responsible for operating commercial vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds to deliver goods and pick up materials. Your duties include safe driving in various weather conditions, pre and post-trip inspections, securing loads, and adhering to safety regulations. You will maintain driving records, communicate with supervisors, and verify shipping documents. Minor vehicle repairs and forklift operation may also be required. The job requires a valid Class A CDL and involves completing paperwork and participating in safety programs. This role requires a strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and adherence to company policies and DOT rules.
Must Have:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience.
- Complete pre and post-trip inspection sheets.
Job Summary
Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to deliver goods to customers and operations, and to pick up material from vendors and other operations.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely drives on the road delivering products in various weather conditions
- Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspection sheets
- Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions – checks oil and fuel prior to leaving the yard
- Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure has been properly secured
- Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT and Company rules
- Conducts preventive maintenance to truck and ensures truck is clean
- Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
- Maintains radio/telephone and EOB Electronic On-Board System contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to new locations
- Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer’s signature on paperwork upon delivery
- Completes paperwork as required
- May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required
- Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
- Completes training as required by management
- Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
- Performs other duties as required
- Must be 21 years of age
- Minimum 12th grade basic education completed
- Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle in excess of 26,000 lbs. Preferable 3 to 5 years of experience driving a commercial vehicle
- Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions
- Required to have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process
- Hourly Pay Range: $30 - $34 per hour, depending on experience
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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