Commercial Drivers License Driver

What they do

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle.
• Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over , lbs.
• Pick-up and safely transport goods, livestock, etc. to intended destination.
• Ensure contents are properly secured in truck, flatbed to prevent damage/injury.
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries.
• Assist in mapping driving routes.
• Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery.
• Communicate with dispatch as needed.
• Confirm that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document.
• 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.
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times.
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
• Track and report working hours.
• Adhere to company rules and regulations.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions.
• Comply with ICC and DOT regulations.
• Make safety a priority at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required.
• + years proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred.
• Clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles.
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Ability to lift up tolbs. at a time.
• Possess great physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts.
• Comfortable with long-haul transport.
• Able to operate electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.
• Map reading and route planning experience.
• An innate sense of direction.
• Self-starter who works well independently.
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
• High level of composure and good stress management.