Driver, CDL - Las Vegas

Key Job Responsibilities

• Driving, Delivery, and Pick-up: Drive Encore owned, leased, or rented vehicles including vans and box trucks that may exceed a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 26,001 lbs. Maintain set routes and schedules as directed by their supervisor to meet customer expectations.
• Loading and unloading of vehicles: Review orders for accuracy during both delivery and pickup to ensure all items are accounted for. Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage to gear.
• Able to complete a manual and/or electronic logbook, based on an assigned region: Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions.
• Customer Service: Provide superior customer service and strive to exceed the needs and expectations of both internal and external customers. Assist with dispatching (as needed), which includes planning routes, making driver assignments, coordinating with venues and branch personnel and arranging for 3rd party transportation to support regional needs.
• Equipment Handling: Assist warehouse team with other responsibilities to include pulling, receiving, and transportation of equipment. Participate in annual physical inventory process. Perform quality control and equipment staging in warehouse as directed. Ensure all equipment is picked up and/or delivered on site.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Works with the dispatcher or warehouse supervisors to ensure vehicles are well maintained through scheduled service appointments as required. Maintain good general overall appearance of the vehicles and ensure all vehicles are kept clean and free of debris. Perform daily inspection on vehicle prior to route and ensure Driver Vehicle Inspection logs are performed before each trip. Maintain and replenish all vehicle fluids as needed – i.e. wiper fluid, DEF, etc. Identify mechanical maintenance needs as they occur. Report any vehicle damages or traffic violations to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED: Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) under and above 26,001 lbs. CDL license and heavy-duty DOT certification as required by state law. Valid Driver’s License minimum of 2 years driving experience. Clean driving record.
• Basic Computer Skills: Exceptional customer service skills. General knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance. General understanding of proper load securement. Proficient using GPS and other routing systems. Ability to drive or sit for long hours at a time. Good communication skills with internal and external customers. High degree of team work with customers, peers, and managers. Ability to use and understand automated routing software. General competencies skills in smartphone use. Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction. Ability to maneuver vehicle in heavy city traffic conditions.
• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction: Must submit to random drug/alcohol screening per DOT regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: 6-8 hours per day
• Standing: 2-3 hours per day
• Walking: 0-1 hour per day
• Stooping: 0-1 hour per day
• Crawling: 0-1 hour per day
• Kneeling: 0-1 hour per day
• Bending: 0-1 hour per day
• Reaching (above your head): 0-1 hour per day
• Climbing: 0-1 hour per day
• Grasping: 0-1 hour per day
• Lifting Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs: Never Over 100 lbs: Never
• Carrying Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs: Never Over 100 lbs: Never
• Auditory/Visual Requirements: Close Vision: Continuously Distance Vision: Frequently Color Vision: Occasionally Depth Perception: Occasionally Hearing: Continuously Pushing/Pulling Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Frequently 16 – 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs: Frequently Over 100 lbs: Frequently

Work Environment

• Work is generally performed in a warehouse, hotel, or vehicle on the road. Team members will frequently visit other Encore locations, and non-Encore venues for meetings, deliveries and pick-ups.
• Working times will include days and may include evenings, weekends and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore.
• When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components.