Job Title : Truck Driver
Job Description :
Responsible for transporting goods from one location to another using heavy or tractor trailer trucks. Operates trucks with a large load capacity. Able to load trucks via forklift.
Job Responsibilities:
- Deliver goods while operating a tractor-trailer truck, sometimes over intercity routes or spanning several states
- Load and unload cargo
- Record amount and type of commodity being delivered, completely fill out shipping paperwork
- Take orders for new delivers
- Day trips within 150 miles of the plant
- Comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements when operating truck and trailer
- Ensure that fuel/fluid levels are full/adequate, lights operate properly and windows/mirrors are free of obstructions
- Report to a supervisor any incidents encountered on the road
- Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion
- Follow all applicable traffic laws
- Inspect their trailer before and after the trip, and record any defects they find
- Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs
- Keep a log of their activities and miles travelled
- Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel
- Keep their truck, trailer and associated equipment clean and in good working order
- Ensure trailer is properly cleaned prior to accepting new products
- When at dock, prepare truck for loading (opening/closing door, placing ramp, choking wheels)
- Take special precautions while driving
- Pre-trip inspections of truck
- Follow all company policies, safety, haz-mat, etc
- Report all accidents, violations and repairs to management immediately
Job Requirements : * Class A CDL Drivers License
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record
- High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
- Able to lift 50lbs
- Able to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines
- Able to work occasional overtime when necessary
- Able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
- Helps fulfil government compliance requirements
- Must meet all physical qualification standards imposed by regulation drivers
- Positive attitude
Competitive wage dependent on qualifications and experience. Benefit package includes medical, dental and flex plans, 401k with match, paid holidays and vacation time, disability and life insurance.
Sunbird Inc. is a marketer, conditioner and packager of agricultural products grown in the Great Plain and distributed across the US. Sunbird is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Trucking Driver Type:
- Company driver
- Team driver
Trucking Route:
Experience:
- Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers: 1 year (Preferred)
- Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
