11/04/2020
We are seeking a few dependable and organized Class A truck driver who possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina who thrives working long hours on the road and can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.
~Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities:
•Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
•Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
•Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
•Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
•Transport goods, livestock, etc. from the place of origin to assigned destination
•Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered logical manner (if applicable)
•Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
•Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations(if applicable)
•Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
•Assist in mapping/planning delivery routes and meet delivery schedule
•Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
•Communicate with dispatch/management as needed
•Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, Smartphones, ect)
•Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest documents
•Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
•Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
•Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
•Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
•Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
•Report ALL defects, accidents or violations
•Collect and verify delivery instructions
•Follow rules at each delivery location
•Customer service skills
•Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
•Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
•Track and report working hours
•Document and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving and retain fuel & toll reciepts
•Adhere to company rules and regulations
•Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
•Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
•Make safety a priority at all times
~Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications:
•High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
•Valid Class A driver’s license required (No automatic restrictions)
•Trucking school diploma
• 1+ years proven experience as a truck driver with tractor-trailer driving preferred
•Clean driving record with no recent moving violations
•Will to submit to a background check (7-year lookback)/drug checks and provide employment recommendations
•Skilled at driving large vehicles
•Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
•Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions ect)
•Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
•Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
•Physically and mentally fit
•Ability to lift up to 50bmit lbs. at a time
•Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.(Not required)
•Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
•An innate sense of direction
•Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
•High level of composure and good stress management
