Truck Driver, Level 2

Commercial Tire is looking for a Truck Driver in our Twin Falls location. Our application process is two parts. Please start here and complete the questionnaire. When complete, return to this page and click apply to complete your application.

POSITION OVERVIEWCommercial Tire an employee owned, and operated company is looking for a dedicated individual for the Truck DriverLevel 2 position. This individual is responsible for transporting of materials to and from specified destinations driving semi-trucks (interstate) with a capacity of four tons (+) and more than six wheels. Assists in the warehouse.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides customers with knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service always, while being sensitive to their needs.
• A team player committed to continuous improvement.
• Adheres to and supports safe work practices and Commercial Tire’s safety guidelines and standards

Driving Responsibilities – Primary duties and responsibilities

• Drives truck; loads and unloads truck
• Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• Prepares receipts for load(s) picked up.
• Operates and maintains company vehicle to CT standards, including regular maintenance; cleanliness; fueling & tracking fuel receipts; insurance coverage, general upkeep, inspections, registration, etc. Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water. Performs emergency roadside work/repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains and spark plugs.
• May position blocks and tie rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
• Professional Driver – No Overnight
• Warehouse Responsibilities – Secondary duties and responsibilities
• Receives inbound freight within warehouse, unloads freight on truck and checks off orders. Maintains high accuracy level in check-off procedures.
• Reads work orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed. Loads trucks.
• Uses computer software to assist with locating types of tires by manufacturer; transfers inventory to
  stores; closes out transfer requests and bills the appropriate location.
• Assists with requests received from store personnel or outside customers, researches problem
  if necessary and responds in a timely fashion.
• Operates forklift and other vehicles, if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Practice Safe Driving
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Ethics and Values
• Truck Driving Skills
• Punctuality

QUALIFICATIONS – Unless indicated otherwise, these are preferred

• Valid Class A CDL & an excellent driving record (all required)
• Over 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Knowledge of commercial driving regulations & area roads
• Regular attendance and punctuality is required and is an essential job function.
• Doubles/Triples Endorsement
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Forklift certification within (30) days of job entry date.
• Must be able to lift 75 LBS regularly