CDL Truck Driver

Essential Functions

• Safely and efficiently operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with company policy, as well as federal and state regulations, in order to handle and deliver freight undamaged and on time.
• Inspect delivery loads to determine that sales invoices and materials match.
• Organize and secure loads.
• Accurately complete shipping log, including destination, mileage, time out and time in, etc.
• Deliver and unload materials to customer's satisfaction within company guidelines.
• Pick up materials from the customer's job site and ensure that the Return Credit Authorization is filled out completely and submitted.
• Correct or bring to the attention of the Yard Foreman any unsafe vehicle condition or maintenance need.
• Relay messages between customer and company accurately and professionally.
• Maintain knowledge of proper identification of inventory items.
• Wait on customers while truck is being loaded, unloaded, and during slow delivery periods.
• Account for company funds when necessary (e.g. C.O.D.'s).
• Assist in maintaining good housekeeping in yard and warehouse.
• Maintain a clean truck.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory control as needed.
• Immediately report all accidents, injuries, and incidents of damage to the Yard Foreman.
• Inform clients and your Manager of potential delays.
• Attends staff, departmental meetings, and safety and health training, as required, on time.
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy.
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and policies.
• Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies procedures (e.g., safety glasses, earplugs, face shields, etc.) to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to be alert, focused, and detail-oriented at all times.
• Ability to drive safely, irrespective of the weather or time of day.
• Must have experience operating similar vehicles for work purposes.
• Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions.
• Must be skilled at driving large vehicles.
• Ability to successfully pass company-provided forklift operator training program and maintain "certification" through safe operation and following of procedures.
• Complete vehicle and equipment inspection forms accurately and completely.
• Must be comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, as well as work alone.
• Read, write and communicate in English effectively.
• Comply with OSHA requirements and standards to wear all applicable PPE properly.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull, maximum lift – 100 lbs.; frequently lift/carry – up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to see within normal range of vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear running machinery.
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively.
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination.
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead.
• Must regularly be able to sit, squat, bend, twist, and stand.
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally.

Experience And Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Three months of experience operating forklifts or similar equipment.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Swift Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.