Short Haul Driver

About the role

Dexter is a leading manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter operates manufacturing and distribution facilities across the U.S. and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assisting and preparing orders for loads
• Loading and/or unloading trucks
• Auditing loads to ensure product matches the order; verify for accuracy
• Checking loads to confirm that they are secured to the trailer
• Aiding in planning routes to ensure the most efficient use of time and equipment
• Delivering product to various locations
• Picking up raw materials for production
• Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and notifying supervisors of defects or necessary repairs
• Cleaning and keeping equipment in top working order
• Performing all duties in compliance with appropriate safety and security standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not required
• Maintain a Class A CDL
• Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English
• Three (3) years of experience driving preferred but not required
• Possess a clean driving record
• Ability to work without constant supervision and be self-motivated
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess a high degree of quality workmanship and be detail-oriented
• Proven time management skills with ability to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines, up to 12-hour days occasionally
• Observes safety procedures
• Maintains good work ethic and attendance

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Schedule

Normal Work Hours: Monday to Thursday – Forty (40) Hours

Physical Requirements

• Lifting to 50 pounds
• Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly
• Frequent grasping, pinching, and fine manipulation
• Occasionally bending and squatting

Work Environment

• Working primarily outdoors and occasionally indoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on the season
• Mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury
• May be required to work overtime, including weekends

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in said position.