CDL Driver

Description

Associated Fire Protection, founded in 1947, is a leader in fire protection and life safety. We have offices located through New Jersey and New York. We are seeking motivated individuals to join our growing team. While previous experience in fire protection is a plus, we are also looking for people looking to make a change to an industry that is dedicated to protecting lives and property. We are very passionate about our work, but understand that our family, friends and other interests play an important role in our lives. If you are thinking about making a change, give us a shout.

Essential Functions- including but not limited to:

• Pick up and deliver supplies to the various departments in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Operate commercial motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles as well as daily inspections.
• Responsible for daily DOT manifest.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and vehicle maintenance.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks and the stocking of inventory in the warehouse.
• Assist in warehouse maintenance as needed.
• Open and close the company’s building and maintain the grounds, as needed.
• Assist in the preparation and set up of company meetings, training, and seminars.
• Perform general multi-departmental functions, as needed.

General Functions

• This position includes a lot of interaction with customers and coworkers. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively and enjoy collaboration with others.
• The successful candidate should read and be aligned with company’s mission statement, vision and values.
• Depending on skill level, the successful candidate must be able to manage, lead and mentor people.

Requirements

Qualifications, Experience and Education- including but not limited to:

• Valid CDL license with a clean driving record is required, hazmat endorsement preferred. 
• Ability to operate commercial motor vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Perform simple tasks independently.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations. 
• Well organized, self-motivated, flexible and a team player.
• Physical ability to load and unload cargo as needed; ability to perform physical and mental functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Ability to work on Job sites that may include construction sites and other locations where personal protective equipment will be required, and work in confined spaces.
• The position has frequent periods of stress.

DISCLAIMER:

The physical efforts and working conditions are not limited to those listed in this job posting and may change at any time. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position. Additionally, the various job functions and requirements are not limited to the items listed here.

Associated Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity, including disability.

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