CDL-A DRIVER

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Safeguards company property, including donated goods. Immediately reports any incidents of theft or unauthorized possession of company property to immediate supervisor and/or Asset Prevention.
• Maintains records such as vehicle logs, daily truck inspection, and load details according to all State and Federal laws and company procedures.
• Provides basic supervision for assigned truck helper, if applicable.
• Reports any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
• Reports delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to immediate supervisor.
• Limits: Loads and unloads trucks, vehicles, containers and trailers. Loads and unloads vehicles using available equipment such as a pallet jack, hand truck, or forklift. Forklift training and certification will be provided by Goodwill.
• Operates jockey truck as assigned.
• Pads, stacks, and secures items in position on the truck to prevent damage during transit.

Qualifications and Special Skills Required

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred with at least 6 months of Truck Driving experience required (one year preferred) or any job-related experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Class A CDL to operate straight truck, jockey truck, and tractor-trailers with driving record acceptable to Goodwill’s insurance company’s standards.
• Able to pass the DOT Drug Screen and DOT Physical.
• Forklift Certification (Equipment training and certification are provided).
• Must be able to read operating and safety instructions.
• Must have a flexible schedule (can work evenings and weekends when required).