Company

Oak Farms DairySee more

addressAddressHouston, TX
salary Salary$46.6K - $59.1K a year
CategoryEducation/Training

Job description

General Purpose

Operate a tractor-trailer and transport products from location to location (plant, branch). May drop deliver to large accounts; non-driver controlled order; deliver on a tractor trailer. Required to either transport product across state lines, or if delivering intrastate, to haul some products that originate in other states.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices
  • Verify shipment accuracy and ensure saleable condition of product
  • Transact proper documentation in computerized hand-held device or paper
  • Load/unload trucks
  • Resolve discrepancies and communicate issues to supervisor
  • Report delivery delays to management due to road conditions, accidents or breakdowns. Report any moving violations to management immediately
  • Inspect equipment according to company and DOT regulations (tractor, trailer, pallet jack, load bars, lift gates)
  • Complete all daily DOT and customer paperwork including delivery tickets, pre and post trip inspections, driver logs, and vehicle service reports
  • Ensure and/or perform proper maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment used (tires, fuel, oil check, etc.) and maintain a clean vehicle
  • Stock and/or rotate product in warehouse where required
  • Attend all driver workshops and training sessions
  • Use company supported applications or systems properly
  • Represent DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with customers or other individuals
  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2 or more years of experience driving a tractor trailer, within the last 5 years preferred
  • Must meet minimum age requirements
  • Must meet DFA requirements for Motor Vehicle Records
  • Must meet all DOT requirements
  • Certification and/or License – valid Class A CDL with Air Brake endorsement; some drivers may be required to have a doubles endorsement; license or operator's permit for at least the three years immediately prior to application

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
  • Skill with math for calculating load size and recording accurate volume/weight measurements
  • Able to communicate effectively
  • Able to be proactive in seeking solutions and taking appropriate steps to solve problems
  • Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
  • Able to be punctual, follow directions, and meet deadlines
  • Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
  • Able to interpret and apply company policies
  • Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
  • Able to perform task and duties with minimal supervision
  • Able to take initiative in performing job
  • Good organization and record keeping skills
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer


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Refer code: 8955026. Oak Farms Dairy - The previous day - 2024-04-09 14:38

Oak Farms Dairy

Houston, TX
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