Transportation driver

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Essential Job Functions

• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Complete and document daily inspections
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes
• Obtain oversize and weight permits
• Maintain driver logs according to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles promptly
• Secure cargo for transport or towing with applicable restraints including appropriate blocks, chains, binders, or straps where applicable
• Stop at all weigh stations along routes to comply with federal, state and local regulations
• Drive trucks with capacities greater than 26,000 GVRW, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport, tow, and deliver products and other materials
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required
• Inventory and inspect goods to be transported; note any discrepancies in quantities or conditions
• Clean and detail new / used equipment
• Assist Service Technicians as needed, to include performing basic maintenance on Company equipment, delivery of parts, repairing, servicing, and moving equipment
• General lot maintenance - keeping the lot organized and tidy, maintaining the lawn, parking lot, and equipment displays
• General building maintenance - preventative projects to maintain cleanliness, appearance, and safety of the facility
• Clean, organize, and maintain the condition of the shop, inventory, tools, and equipment
• Equipment staging for customer events
• General background knowledge of all equipment / machinery available through the dealership for ease of operation and maintenance
• Adhere to and enforce all safety regulations and wear all safety equipment as required
• Participate in training as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical certification
• 2 or more years of related work experience
• Safety-minded work habits
• Clean driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines efficiently and cost effectively

Physical Requirement

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs., climb stairs, reach, push, pull, lean, twist, kneel, and bend
• Fitness to work in adverse and extreme weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience hauling agricultural equipment

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Salary Description

$ 18.00 - $ 24.00 per hour

Last updated : 2024-04-09

Salary : $18 - $24