Truck Driver I

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives light trucks with GVW of 10,001 to 15,000 and/or other vehicles to transport materials to and from specified destinations.
• Responsible for safe vehicle operations, driving, and crew safety at all times.
• Prepares donations receipts at house pick-ups or miscellaneous deliveries, if needed.
• Identifies unusable material (UM) and advises donors of alternative means for pick up.
• Loads and unloads material from vehicle by using a hand truck or dolly.
• Safely operates the lift-gate when up-loading and down-loading cargo.
• Captures load movements with the truck helper and other crew.
• Completes and maintains truck log, according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher or lead person to receive delivery/collections instructions.
• Coordinates load movements with the truck helper and other crew.
• Positions pads, stacks and secures items on truck to prevent damage to goods and positions blocks and ties rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
• Completes and maintains vehicle maintenance sheets by performing daily inspections of vehicle, equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Reports any unsafe conditions immediately to the department supervisor.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with dispatcher or lead person to receive delivery/collections instructions.
• Observes vehicle operations policy including state and federal regulations.
• Is knowledgeable and familiar with streets and locations on the island of Oahu.
• In case of an emergency, notifies the office by radio and performs emergency roadside repairs such as, installing light bulbs, while maintaining proper safety procedures at all times.
• Operates other forklift trucks and vehicles as required, if currently certified.
• Keeps outside areas clean and neat.
• Organizes all assorted donations, metals, furniture, and bins.
• Conducts work in a safe and responsible manner, utilizing personal protective equipment (i.e. gloves, support belt) and/or equipment (i.e. hand truck, dolly) when appropriate.
• Complies with all safety standards.
• Responsible for awareness of and adherence to all company and safety policies and procedures.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver's license (type 3).
• Current forklift certification.
• Must have a traffic abstract that meets company guidelines, pass a DOT physical, functional capacity exam, and be at least 21 years of age.
• Must retain Type 3 license, forklift certification card, and current PUC card on their person at all time when working.