JOB DESCRIPTION for COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE, TRUCK DRIVER
REPORTS TO: Fleet Manager/Dispatcher
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates three, or four-axle tractors pulling trailers of varying lengths, and other equipment as directed.
Pickup and deliver freight on time as directed by supervisor.
Acts as a company representative while meeting with customers in all job-related capacities.
Relays vital customer service information to immediate supervisor or management as needed.
Maintains a pleasant manner and is diplomatic, courteous and communicates well with customers, and others.
Performs other work related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management.
Maintains thorough understanding of, and complies with all company operating procedures, safety standards, and other policies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of experience driving similar equipment.
Valid Class A CDL with doubles and triples endorsements (within 120 days of employment).
Proof of good health with no limitations on jobs related to pushing, pulling, and lifting requirements, etc.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug test and pre-employment alcohol test.
Verifiable references.
No convictions of serious violations in the past five years to include DUI, speeding 15 mph over, following too close, erratic lane changes, reckless/careless driving.
No violations in the past three years to include multiple license suspensions or more than 3 moving violations in past 3 years.
No record of more than 2 preventable accidents/incidents in the past 3 years.
Ability to handle a semi-tractor and trailer(s) with safety and efficiency as demonstrated by road test (s).
Other qualifications as described in section 391.11 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Continued insurability with our insurance provider.
Clean and neat appearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to travel in and out of Canada is preferred.
25 years of age or older.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
General knowledge of Department of Transportation and other regulatory bodies governing the transportation industry.
General knowledge of various types of equipment, equipment maintenance, and safety requirements.
Thorough knowledge of commodity weight distribution and trailer loading procedures.
Ability to maintain a good attitude in difficult circumstances.
Ability to be timely, personable, and positive.
Ability to complete all job-related paperwork neatly, timely, and correctly.
Ability to operate company diesel transportation equipment with safety and efficiency.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Drivers must have the ability to:
Spread and secure four 75-lb. tarps over a load at a height of 14 feet; pull the tarps off the load, onto the ground; throw a 4" wide yellow strap over the load in the tie-down process. (Flatbed)
Withstand strain of sitting in the truck seat for up to ten hours a day, 60-70 hours per week.
Withstand the physical, mental, emotional stress of demanding schedules, customer needs, and irregular hours.
Enter/exit cabs and trailers safely at heights of 52 to 60 inches, using a "3-point stance".
Respond alertly to heavy traffic in metropolitan areas, (i.e. Houston, Chicago).
See and read mirrors quickly at a 90-degree angle, 8 feet away.
All final decisions regarding qualifications and requirements are at the discretion of management.
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