Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a variety of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers.
- Follow all traffic laws and regulations to ensure safe and efficient transportation of goods.
- Plan and execute delivery routes based on customer requirements and time constraints.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, fuel usage, and any incidents or delays.
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance on vehicles to ensure they are in good working condition.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers, and team members to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues that may arise.
Qualifications:
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for the type of vehicle being operated.
- Proven experience operating various types of commercial vehicles, including manual transmission.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating commercial vehicles.
- Strong communication skills to interact with dispatchers, customers, and team members effectively.
- Excellent time management skills to plan routes efficiently and meet delivery deadlines.
- Ability to perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on vehicles.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays if required.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Trucking driver type:
- Company driver
- Owner-operator
Trucking home time:
- Home daily
Trucking route:
- Local
Work Location: On the road