Class A Truck Driver Job Duties and Responsibilities
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Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
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Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
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Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
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Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
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Transport goods from the place of origin to assigned destination
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Pick-up loads and organizes goods in an ordered, logical manner
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Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
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Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
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Obtain signatures or warehouse scans to confirm and complete deliveries with clients
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Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
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Communicate with dispatch as needed
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Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
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Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
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Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
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Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
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Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
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Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
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Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
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Track and report working hours
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Adhere to company rules and regulations
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Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
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Comply with DOT regulations
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Make safety a priority at all times
Class A Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
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Valid Class A driver’s license required
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Valid HazMat Endorsement or eligible to receive
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2+ years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred
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Clean driving record with no moving violations
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Must pass a background check and drug test
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Skilled at driving large vehicles
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Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
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Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
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Physically and mentally fit
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
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Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
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Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
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An innate sense of direction
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Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
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High level of composure and good stress management
