What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at U.S. Silica Company?
U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 124-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics, and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.
U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer, and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Inspect vehicle and required parts and accessories to determine safe operating condition prior to departure.
- Log work/rest periods, time, distance and any fueling into PeopleNet for each truck you drive daily.
- Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods.
- Collect and verify delivery instructions and meet delivery schedules.
- Lock and unlock loads to ensure boxes are secured properly compliant with safety requirements for safe transportation.
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
- Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers by means of wireless devices and on-board computers, making sure to comply with DOT Rules and Regs.
- Follow all appropriate traffic laws and report any incidents to safety immediately.
- Keep truck and associated equipment tidy and in good working order.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
- Proven work experience as a truck driver.
- Hands on experience with electronic equipment and navigation software.
- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
- No recent moving or driving violations.
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- 2 year continuous current truck or commercial driving with clean MVR and DOT qualifications
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