What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Kentucky Trailer?
Job Description:
This position will perform standard manufacturing assembler position duties and when needed, perform yard jockey tasks -- driving trailers and truck bodies in and around the plant environment, or between sites.
Responsible for reading prints and using various manufacturing equipment and hand tools to build and attach various parts, materials, and equipment to custom trailers according to customer specifications. Mechanically inclined: use of a hand, air/power tools (drills, impact wrenches, c-clamp, and rivet guns). Interact with and support other shop associates and subcontractors in the performance of these duties. Overhead crane and DC electrical experience a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Work in a safe manner while wearing the appropriate safety equipment and report any unsafe condition or act.
- Be responsible for an area of the shop for housekeeping and organization and utilize clean up time assigned at the end of each day to do so.
- Be on the job as scheduled for start, stop and break times and accurately fill out the proper information on a job slip at the end of each day.
- Conduct self according to the policies of the company as provided in the handbook including attendance, smoking, breaks, clean up, vacation, PTO, cell phones, etc.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years "stable" work history in Manufacturing/Factory environment
- Ability to read a tape measure
- DC electrical experience preferred
- Detail oriented; strong attention to details
- Experienced w/electronic and pneumatic tooling and basic hand tools
- Diploma/GED
- Math Skills: the ability to add subtract, multiply and, divide
- Computer literate
- Able to stand 10hrs/day and work necessary overtime as needed
- Able to lift up to 50lbs continuously
- Able to perform repetitive tasks; high physical activity
- Able to bend, kneel, stoop, stand, reach, twist, climb and/or crawl
- Able to work in regularly exposed to the high noise level, vibration, dust, and fumes
- Not afraid of heights.
- Able to communicate (read, write, speak, listen and understand work instructions).
- Pre-employment Screening (drug screening and background check)
- PPE: Steel-toes, hearing protection and safety glasses required at all times
Join our Kentucky Trailer Family to experience our company benefits such as:
- 3 weeks PTO in your first year
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401k
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- and much more!
Throughout our company and in all interactions, Kentucky Trailer Associates choose to be:
Patient, demonstrating self-control
Kind, giving encouragement and appreciation to others
Humble, without arrogance or pretense
Respectful, treating others as important individuals
Selfless, focusing on the needs of others
Forgiving, letting go of resentment when wronged
Honest, free of deception
Committed, honoring the choices we make
Fundamental Irreplaceable Behavior Values:
Interpersonal: Easy to get along with. Treats all people with dignity and respect. Always approachable, never rude. Aware of and sensitive to what other people are feeling. Is at ease with people at all levels. Does not belittle the opinions or work of other people, regardless of their status or position. Deals effectively with a diverse workforce. Demonstrates a high degree of “emotional intelligence.” Truly values and genuinely likes people.
Ethics and Integrity: Admits mistakes in spite of the potential for negative consequences. Presents unpleasant or disagreeable facts in an appropriate manner. Keeps promises; meets goals and deadlines. Avoids situations and associations that could be considered inappropriate. Honest in all dealings. Upholds and models organization’s values. Does what you say you will do. Is forgiving when feeling mistreated.
Business Demeanor / Temperament: Displays a positive attitude and optimism about the work to be done, the people he or she works with, customers, management, and company policies. Has a constructive sense of humor. Maintains a calm temperament and pleasant demeanor. Shows self-control. Does not spread gossip or rumors. Acts as a positive influence on others. Is courteous, cooperative, and helpful. Is humble, never boastful, or arrogant.
Accountability: Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of his/her work. Acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Does not make excuses or blame others for errors or problems. Carries his/her fair share of the workload. Does what he/she commits to doing.
A career at Kentucky Trailer - regardless of the facility or department - starts with commitment. From the executive leadership team through the ranks, associates commit to an ethic of hard work and a mission to produce the highest quality product in the industry.
Kentucky Trailer, in turn commits to harboring a family-friendly environment where associates can excel. This atmosphere of mutual respect allows the individual to thrive, as evidenced by many associates who have made a lifetime career with the company. Associates work alongside the most talented and knowledgeable people in the trailer industry.
Kentucky Trailer believes in strengthening tomorrow's modern manufacturing leaders. We encourage people of all ages who are wanting to pursue a successful career to contact Kentucky Trailer.
Kentucky Trailer is a Servant Leader Company. We are driven to be the best in the world at design, build and service solutions for specialty trailer, custom transport and mobilized business markets.
EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Louisville, KY 40258: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you proficient in reading a tape measure?
- Do you have a valid driver's license; do you hold or have you held a commercial driver's license (CDL); or do you have professional diesel truck driving experience?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20