Truck Driver - Kapolei, HI

About the role

The purpose of this position is to operate commercial grade vehicles (tractors/trailer/tankers/forklifts) to transport and deliver fertilizer, chemicals, and other Turf and Horticulture materials to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and operates company assigned vehicles according to State and Federal DOT/DMV standards regarding safe transportation of non-hazardous and hazardous materials including proper HAZMAT placarding when required.
• Responsible for general maintenance on company assigned tractors, trailers, and forklifts which may include but is not limited to replenishing fuel, checking and replenishing fluid levels, tire wear and air pressure monitoring, monitoring vehicles general operational systems, assisting location manager with scheduling state inspection requirements, maintaining and scheduling routine service and maintenance, keeping inside and outside of vehicle clean and presentable.
• Maintains accurate pre and post trip driver's logs and inspection sheets according to State and Federal DOT requirements.
• Operates warehouse forklift, prepares product for delivery, securely loads product on the truck for delivery to customer locations following company required safety procedures at all times.
• May be asked to perform will call pickups at vendor locations as needed.
• Responsible for offloading products at customer locations, assisting customers with rotating products as needed. Exceptional customer service and professionalism always expected.
• Performs varied responsibilities when not delivering products including but not limited to general equipment and warehouse maintenance, general housekeeping/cleaning, loading and offloading inbound and outbound LTL/FTL shipments, storing/stocking of products, participating in routine inventory counts, product rotation and storage, and completing company assigned training.
• Other miscellaneous duties may include providing back-up to location manager/warehouse employees, assisting with and participating in special projects and training classes, and assisting with deliveries at other T&H locations when required.

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

Requirements

• Current and valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Hazmat Endorsement preferred.
• Tanker Endorsement preferred.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage up to 12-ton loads on tandem axle, 20 ft. straight truck with piggy-backed forklift, 20-ton loads on up to 42 ft. trailer with piggy-backed forklift, and/or 48 ft. van trailers.
• Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of state and federal DOT Commercial Motor Vehicle regulations regarding licensing and certifications.
• Expected to possess the ability to drive both manual and/or automatic transmissions.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety protocols, Bills of Lading, road signs, maps, operating and maintenance instructions, and general procedure manuals.
• Must possess the ability to do basic math.
• Must possess the ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Must be able to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions and directions.
• Must be able to follow all applicable Simplot safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred but not required.
• Forklift Certification is greatly preferred but not required.

Pay

$30.50 - $35/hour, plus annual incentive plan eligibility. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid Family Building Leave.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable).
• Education Assistance.

Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com.