Class A CDL Driver

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for driving of company equipment within DOT/AMP requirements to transport outbound and inbound materials.   

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties as assigned)

·         Drives truck and/or tractor trailer combination for pick-up and delivery of materials.

·         Adheres to all DOT, AMP and safety regulations. Uses appropriate equipment for each type of movement. Maintains accurate records, logs, and ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines.

·         Performs pre-operation safety checklist prior to operation of equipment and post-operation once operation is complete. Requests and/or performs needed maintenance as required. Responsible for refueling and preparation of equipment, checks fluid levels, cleans equipment externally and internally, replaces bulbs and provides other general maintenance. Detects and eliminates or minimizes safety hazards.

·         Responsible for verifying product labels and shipping documents prior to departure for delivery and with customer. Have customer sign shipping documents. Reports any discrepancies to manager.

·         May be required to perform or assist with loading, unloading, and stacking finished products and/or materials by hand and/or by raising and lowering lifting devices to meet customer requirements.

·         Observe and report any damage to building, property, product, and/or equipment to manager and/or supervisor immediately.

·         Follow post-accident substance testing policy as required.

·         Performs any other functions and responsibilities as assigned.

·         Must be trained and familiar with general safety.

·         Must be trained and familiar with Quality System Awareness.

·         Must be verified by supervisor and be signed off on procedures needed to fulfill job requirements within 2 months of hire.

·         Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

·         High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

·         Minimum of 1 year driving experience.

·         Must possess and be able to maintain a current Class A CDL and medical card.

·         Must have a clean driving and safety record working within DOT rules and regulations.

·         Must sign required releases annually to allow AMP to perform driving records check.

·         Must have previous experience delivering to customer locations.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

·         Must be fluent in the English language; including reading, writing and verbal.

·         Maintain professional demeanor at all times.

·         Must be able to use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

·         Moderate to heavy physical effort required including extended periods of sitting/driving, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, climbing steps or ladders, grasping, fine and course manipulation, reaching both forward and above head level and tolerant of temperature changes for the entire shift.

·         Must be able to push, pull and/or lift 50-100 pounds and work in extreme weather conditions 

OTHER

·         The duties of this job may vary slightly across divisions and locations. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

·         To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.