What are the responsibilities and job description for the Class A CDL Driver position at GMS?
PGS - Westside I, Inc. drivers are responsible for delivering building material to residential and commercial job sites. The crew works as a team to carry, load/unload heavy materials providing a world-class customer service experience. Drivers must have a valid state-issued Class A driver's license and safe driving record.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Inspect truck/trailer for defects for safe operation
- Safely load building materials onto flatbed and unload products at commercial & residential job sites
- Deliver materials to assigned area as directed by the customer while prioritizing personal safety and the safety of those around you
- Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations
- Must report all accidents involving driver or company equipment
- Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Stamina to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for load/unload
- Excellent customer service skills and professional attitude
Other Competencies:
- Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
- Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a valid commercial driver's license
- Class A License required
- Must have a clear three year Motor Vehicle Report
- Must have knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Boom or Crane experience preferred
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to remain in stationary position while driving commercial vehicle 40%
- Must be able to lift heavy building materials up to 80 lbs. for load/unload
- Constantly, moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site
- Constantly, operates commercial motor vehicle and/or boom vehicle
- Constantly, positions self to unload materials from flatbed or boom
- Must be able to judge distance while delivering materials and/or operating boom
- Frequently moves materials weighing up to 80lbs while unloading flatbed
- Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Constantly working in outside environment while making deliveries
Mental Demands:
- Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines
- Must be able to manage stress depending on customer's deadline
- Must be able to multitask
- Must be able to receive information and directions
- Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
- Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement
Company Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
- 401k
- Paid holidays & vacation days
Estimated Compensation Range: $26.00-27.00/hr
This pay range is a reasonable estimate made in good faith of the possible compensation at the time of the posting of this position. However, the Company may ultimately pay more or less than this range.
This is subject to change at any time.
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