CLASS A CDL DRIVER, NON-CRANE CERTIFIED DRIVE

National Trench Safety (NTS) is a nationally recognized leader in the trench and traffic safety equipment rental and sales industry. NTS currently has more than 70 branches throughout the U.S., is growing rapidly, and is providing excellent employment and career growth opportunities for the right candidate.
We are currently recruiting for a Class A CDL Driver for our* Seattle, WA *branch.
Duties
As a Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified with National Trench Safety, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, timely, and efficiently. This position will adhere to all safety policies and procedures directed by DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comply with all DOT regulations related to the safe operation of your vehicle, including:

• Vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift. Reporting any identified vehicle issues.
• Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
• Maintain current driver credentials as required.
• Comply with routine, random drug and alcohol testing requests.
• Secure load strictly complying with DOT and company policies.
• Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the branch management

• Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to and from job sites multiple loads per day.
• Occasionally load and unload your truck and trailer on the customer’s job site.
• Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required.
• Apply knowledge of driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain, or tight loading dock operational areas
• Maintain open communication with a branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries.
• Adhere to all customers’ safety requirements while at customer job sites
• May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas sites to eliminate possible hazards, other responsibilities as assigned

• May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of shoring equipment
• Record and Report to the branch management, Inside Sales rep, and customer any damage to NTS rental equipment that is identified by the driver during the pickup process
• Be available to customers’ needs, including occasional after-hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time
• Keep the vehicle clean and up to date on maintenance.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to secure loads safely
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written to enhance relationships with customers.
• A positive attitude and occasionally requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Quick learner, attention to detail, and the ability to accept directions and coaching

Qualifications

• A minimum of (2) two years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver’s License issued from the State Department of Motor Vehicles
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49
• Ability to obtain forklift certification as required

Why work for NTS: We offer a competitive salary with a generous comprehensive benefit package.

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision discount plan
• 401(K) retirement plan with company match
• Team Ownership Program (TOP) which grants an annual stock award to every full-time active employee. TOP is unique for a privately held company but offered to show how much we value our employees.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Basic and Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off that starts to accrue on the first paycheck
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary Holiday
• Incentive bonus plans
• Tuition reimbursement

ABOUT US: National Trench Safety, is a growing construction, equipment rental, and traffic control service company. We provide the highest quality trench and traffic safety products in the industry. We pride ourselves on our can-do spirit and our most important asset is our people. With 40 years of success behind us, we are a profitable and financially stable company that has experienced consistent growth. With our rapid growth, NTS offers unequaled advancement opportunities to the right candidate.
National Trench Safety, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour