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Independent Contractor Driver

Nashville, TN • On-site

Alexander's Mobility Services
Trucking • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Alexander's Mobility Servicesexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Make deliveries and pick-ups as needed to customer locations.

  • Load, move, and secure cartons or furniture to and from moving vans at customer residences or loading areas.

  • Complete and submit documentation to Safety and Operations department.

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY


Alexander's is a full service moving and storage company providing world class moving experience to our household and commercial customers. We are looking to contract with Independent Contractor professionals to join our great team. We offer competitive compensation schedule.


The position will be responsible for making deliveries and pick-ups as needed. 


Applicants must have a clean driving record with Class A or B license.


Background and drug screenings required.


ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Drive equipment to and from job sites. Arrive at customer location on scheduled time and complete assigned tasks using care not to damage customer items or property. 

  • Load/move cartons or furniture to/from moving vans at customer's residence or loading area in accordance with Alexander's standards. 
  • Complete and submit documentation to Safety and Operations department. 
  • Communicating with crew leaders, other crew members, and customers.
  • Adhere to all Federal Carrier Safety Regulations and Alexander's Safety and Driver Standards. 
  • Clean and inspect trucks, tools, and equipment to preserve the vehicle according to company standards.
  • Ensure adequate property protection throughout move site. 
  • Properly wrap and secure loads.
  • Wear proper company uniform.
  • Cleanup customer residence or loading area of debris from company activity. 
  • Performing other duties assigned on a project-to-project basis.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to oversee assigned support personnel and work with public/customers and maintain a positive, “Whatever It Takes” service attitude. 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Good verbal and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate ingenuity in solving problems.
  • Flexible changing routines.
  • Dependable and punctual.
  • Class A or B License. 
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Ability to become qualified at Atlas
  • Strong work ethic and dependability.
  • Effective listening skills.
  • Capable of following directions. 
  • Dependable transportation.
  • Professional conduct. 

 

PHYSICAL AND MIND SET REQUIREMENTS

  • Communicating professionally with customers, crew members and office personnel.
  • Ability to lift and move loads of up to 150 lbs.
  • Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.
  • Good coordination and motor skills to use equipment to complete the job.

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • 40 - 50-hour work week, overtime as required.
  • Positions will have variable hours and could include long hours and /or night/weekend shifts.
  • Work occurs indoors and outdoors in both winter and summer regardless of weather conditions.


 

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of people assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.