Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (required)
Six months or at least 50,000 miles of all seasons commercial driving experience (required)
Must pass DOT physical examination and DOT pre-employment drug test, subject to periodic random alcohol and drug tests
Must be able to work up to 60 hours per week including nights and weekends
Good communication skills: ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Good organizational, prioritization, and attention to detail skills
Good customer service skills
Responsibilities
Safely drive commercial truck with trailer(s) on designated route to deliver products as per delivery schedule, in accordance with all current DOT rules and regulations; regularly make out-of-town deliveries
Maintain DOT drivers logbook or electronic logging device (onboard computer) and other delivery documentation
Assist to unload truck/trailers at each delivery location, verify correct products are delivered, obtain delivery confirmation and customer signature
Inform management of any deviations and/or invoice discrepancies; pickup of damaged goods and customer returns; ensure necessary paperwork is completed and relevant documents are attached
Report any unsafe unloading conditions at delivery location to dispatcher/supervisor
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on vehicle before every run to ensure all mechanical, safety, and emergency components are in working condition and in accordance to DOT regulations
Perform pre-trip duties such as review driver itinerary and check route details for assigned deliveries; check customer invoices; move tractors to the loading dock to attach preloaded trailers and maintain required trailer temperature if necessary
Perform post-trip duties such as unload damaged/customer returns products and ensure necessary paperwork is attached; unhook and secure the trailer; refill fuel; park and secure the tractor and hand truck; complete DOT logs and record all deliveries/pickups made; reconcile records with the appropriate company representative as required
Perform simple vehicle maintenance (e.g., clean interiors and exteriors, take vehicle for state inspection, filling tires with air)
Report damage and/or repair requirements; coordinate with the dispatcher/supervisor to accomplish routine vehicle maintenance and repairs
Provide quality customer service at every delivery location; note and report issues and complaints received about schedules and quality of service to dispatcher/supervisor for resolution
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed