Truck Driver

About the Company

JLG, an Oshkosh Company, began in 1969 with a mission to address safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then, we have been committed to understanding challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training, and trusted support globally. Our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles, and accessories—are used worldwide.

About the Role

The Truck Driver will operate company-owned or leased vehicles to transport a variety of incoming and outbound materials and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Observe loading and unloading of materials, transport, and deliver products.
• Secure loads for safe transport using straps, chains, binders, load locks, and other securement means.
• Complete electronic drive logs and load documentation accurately.
• Meet DOT standards for physical exams, drug tests, and commercial driver’s licenses, as well as company standards.
• Drive up to 11-hour shifts and up to 70 hours per week.
• Become certified to operate JLG Aerial Work Platforms and Telehandlers, including proficiency in loading and unloading units from truck trailers.
• Obtain the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®), required for access to secure maritime facilities and vessels.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions.
• Perform DOT-required safety inspections, including getting under tractors and trailers.
• Climb in and out of commercial vehicles and trailers (4 feet above ground) multiple times daily.
• Mount snow chains on tires when necessary.
• Unload cargo using manual/electrical floor jacks, hand dollies, rollers, aerial work platforms, or telehandler equipment.
• Operate aerial work platforms or telehandler equipment for loading purposes.

Requirements

• Must pass a drug screen, DOT physical, and background test.
• Must pass a Post Offer/Pre-Placement Test based on customer requirements.
• Must hold a valid commercial driver’s license (Class A) and understand brake operations.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 75 lb. containers, tarps, and cargo unassisted, including overhead, repeatedly, and for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform duties requiring bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and handling.
• Must be able to repeatedly bend at the waist, neck, wrist, and shoulder; twist and rotate hands, elbows, and forearms.
• Must be able to operate foot pedals and grasp/grip repeatedly.
• Must be able to climb to heights of 4 to 10 feet and perform accelerated physical activity in awkward positions.
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, moderate noise, and vehicle vibration.