Container Delivery Driver

Key Responsibilities

• Operate container delivery truck and on-board hydraulic systems.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Position containers at customer location to minimize potential hazards.
• Ensure containers without lids are covered during transport.
• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions.
• Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• May work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Minimum of one (1) year commercial truck driving experience OR CDL school certificate.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement.
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing.
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Frequently stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
• Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
• Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
• Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places.
• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.
• Works in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.
• Works in usually loud conditions.