Local Driver CDL A

POSITION SUMMARY: The Local Driver will have a valid Class A CDL. This person will have a positive attitude, be willing to work as a strong team member, be a dependable and professional team leader, and be neat in appearance. 

REPORTS TO: Fleet Manager, Traffic Manager, or Operations Manager

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Always utilizes defensive driving techniques and follows traffic laws 
• Maintains logs and records according to regulations as required 
• Performs deliveries, pickups, loading and unloading when needed 
• Submits to random drug and alcohol testing per DOT regulations 
• Keeps medical certificate up to date
• Keeps commercial driver license up to date 
• Operates company equipment in accordance with established safety procedures 
• Superb communication
• Perform timely deliveries for customers 
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers 
• Keeps a clean vehicle 
• Inspect trucks and record issues 
• Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel
• Regular and timely attendance are an expectation of the position.
• Follow the 5S foundations for deploying lean production tools and processes.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Properly drive and utilize a forklift
• Perform physical labor tasks as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• CDL Class A

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to adhere to deadlines 
• Basic mechanical knowledge 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Physical Activity: Talking, hearing, repetitive motion, stooping, crouching, standing, walking, and lifting 
• Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  
• Visual Acuity: ability to operate machinery and determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned including to make general observations.  

 CORE VALUES:

• Service – Striving to provide the best experience for our customers and suppliers by making intentional actions and decisions to benefit others.
• Organization – Possessing a fanatical commitment to operating clean, consistent, and efficient facilities.
• Growth – Dedication towards continual improvement within our journey to become a better company.
• Pride – To be proud of, and believe in, our company and the products and services we provide.