Truck Driver

About the role

Drive tractor-trailer unit to make deliveries and pick-ups of finished products, empty drums, and other materials. Perform truck safety inspections prior to each trip and maintain accurate DOT driver logs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading trailer according to bills of lading, ensuring optimal loading order for delivery stops.
• Conduct pre-trip truck inspections using the “Driver’s Daily Check List” and make necessary adjustments or corrections.
• Deliver materials to customer locations and assist with unloading as required.
• Obtain customer signatures for delivery acknowledgment.
• Pick up empty drums as instructed and unload them upon return to the plant.
• Complete DOT driver log sheets accurately.
• Return completed shipping paperwork to the shipping office.
• Notify supervisor of truck repair and maintenance needs and schedule accordingly.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred.
• At least 5 years of prior experience driving tractor-trailer/tanker units.
• Hazardous material endorsement.
• Basic math, measurement, reading, and comprehension skills.
• Current CDL license with tanker and hazmat endorsements.
• Current DOT certification (medical card, identification card, etc.).
• Acceptable driving record for the past seven years as required by DOT.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Must successfully complete forklift operation training and receive a license.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk, sit for extended periods, stand, bend, stoop, grasp, handle, talk, and hear.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using appropriate equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment varies, including different locations within the facility and customer sites while performing job tasks.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely delivery of materials.
• Successful interaction with customers at delivery points.
• Safe driving record.
• Maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Attendance and attitude.