Local Truck Driver

What they do

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle.
• Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) under , lbs.
• Transport pallet goods and packages from place of origin to assigned destination.
• Pick-up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner.
• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage.
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods from truck at selected destinations.
• Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients.
• Assist warehouse staff and customers with loading and unloading processes.
• Map delivery routes to ensure timely deliveries.
• Have a strong base knowledge regarding our products.
• Interact with local customers, answer questions and advise them on our products.
• Communicate traffic reports, delays, etc. to dispatch as needed.
• Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document.
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip.
• 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.
• 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 driver's license, required.
• Commercial driver's license (CDL) required.
• Experience driving a large company van or truck preferred.
• Clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Skilled and confident driver.
• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a large vehicle.
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Ability to lift up tolbs. at a time.
• Experience using hand trucks and electric lifts.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.
• An innate sense of direction.
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal communicator.