About this role
PAY: $26.00 - $28.00/Hour (Based on Experience)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drive and operate trucks.
• Perform both pre-and post-trip inspections to ensure the truck is in compliance and safe to operate.
• Performing daily maintenance of truck (Refueling, cleaning etc)
• Report all damages and/ or injuries in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that the truck always has sufficient fuel.
• Proper securement of the cargo load to prevent damages and/or injuries.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions.
• Load and unload Cargo (If applicable)
• Communicate professionally with customers and co-workers.
• Adhere/follow ALL company "Safety" practices, policies, and procedures, including DOT requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Adhere to company rules and regulations.
• Pick up goods and materials, verify loads for accuracy, compliance and deliver as instructed.
• Complete and verify paperwork for accuracy.
• Follow directions and open communication with supervisors, dispatcher(s) and customers.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Always make safety a priority.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have a current Commercial Driver's license (CDL) Class A
• (H) Hazmat endorsements and TWIC card is required.
• Driver history must consist of No violations, at-fault accidents, or traffic-related convictions within 3 years.
• No DUI/DWI convictions.
• 3-5 years of local port driving experience.
• A current DHR from the DMV is a must.
• Ability to drive safely irrespective of the weather or time of day.
• Must be able to pass and complete a pre-employment DOT physical exam & drug test (to include marijuana, medical marijuana, and THC) and to obtain a Medical Card as required by the DOT.
• Proficient in using GPS and other routing systems.
• High level of composure and good stress management.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Enter and exit equipment by stepping and kneeling.
• Crouch and squat for the pre & port inspections
Benefits:
• Health Care, 100% Employer paid!
• 401k with Match
• PTO, two weeks for fist year employees
• 11 paid holidays yearly
• FSA and Supplemental Benefits
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programs)