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Well established and growing Specialty Construction Supplier, manufacturer, engineering firm and sub-contractor is seeking a well-rounded individual to serve various roles and help finish setting up and lead our new and rapidly growing Nashville Plant operation.  

We are looking for a responsible, detail-oriented and focused CDL Driver inclined and with excellent communication and leadership skills to whose assignments will include various types of projects and responsibilities to set up and grow the company. This person will also be doing some warehouse work, clerical duties and equipment maintenance as well as help train future employees as we expand. We seek hard working individuals to help organize and grow the company. Great opportunity with a lot of room for growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities.

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle
• Drive vehicles and deliver materials locally; soon with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Transport construction materials, etc. to the intended jobsite or destination
• Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck, flatbed to prevent damage/injury
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries
• Assist in mapping driving routes  and ensure timely transport / delivery
• Assist in sourcing and purchasing of new or used flatbed truck
• Confirm that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Track and report working hours
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
• Comply with DOT regulations
• Organize stock and merchandise within the warehouse by properly unboxing and storing goods in their designated location
• Maintain accurate records of products that have been stocked and provide management with an accurate representation of all goods shipped and received
• Verify all incoming shipments to be accurate by comparing the invoice to the order and ensure all goods are in excellent condition
• Monitor and report any missing or lost inventory to management
• Properly pack items to be shipped according to company standards to ensure they arrive in excellent condition
• Organize and sort items on shelving, bins and overhangs according to company standards
• Accurately maintain company database including all stock and warehouse items
• Reliably retrieve items from within the warehouse to be processed and shipped
• Maintaining product quality
• Package cargo per delivery, issue delivery tickets and maintain inventory levels
• Assemble, maintain and repair jobsite machines and company vehicles
• Ensure functionality and reliability of machines, vehicles and facility
• Assumable machine components to requirements
• Inspect machines, vehicles and warehouse equipment to discover functionality issues
• Trouble-shoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner
• Clean, perform maintenance and apply lubricants, fluids, etc. to required components and systems
• Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, painting vehicles etc.)
• Keep logs of work and report on issues

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with over-the-road trucking a plus
• Current Class A or B CDL, with a clean driving record for at least 2 years a plus
  • Or willing to get CDL type needed for local transportation needs
• 1 year of experience hauling units on local runs preferred
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time
• Experience with software such as Microsoft Excel and other company spreadsheet programs
• Experience using a forklift and professional forklift certification is strongly preferred
• Typing and record keeping skills necessary to provide accurate information for managers and supervisors regarding warehouse inventory
• Possess great physical stamina and focus
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Enthusiasm for our products and desire to deliver them safely and on time
• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components a big plus
• Aptitude in using various hand and measurement tools
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, schematics, etc.
• Very good communication skills
• A problem-solving ability
• Customer service mentality is beneficial to ensure a positive customer experience by shipping items to a high standard