About the role
The Tractor-Trailer Driver will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials to customers in a timely and professional manner.
Duties/Responsibilities:
* Operates a semi-truck according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
* Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
* Deftly maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.
* Assists with loading of or loads and unloads goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unloads empty skids and returns all equipment to designated area.
* Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete.
* Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Shipping Supervisor.
* Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
* Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
* Ability to remain focused in busy environment.
Education and Experience:
* Must hold required commercial driver’s license appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated. * Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations. * 2-year minimum experience * Valid DOT card
Physical Requirements:
* Prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time. * Must be able to lift and move up to 40 pounds at a time. * Must be able to travel frequently. * Sleeping in cab * Operate pallet jack