Class A CDL Driver

Staff-Up Is seeking a Class A CDL Driver for a large construction material business in Dallas, TX.

Pay: $25-$29

This position requires the knowledge and skills required to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle up to Class A FMCSA/DOT standards.  This includes DOT pre/post inspections that provide thorough inspection reports and detail any deficiencies to the Pre-Trip Whip-Around app and the Fleet Manager before departing the yard.   A strong understanding of DOT requirements is required (strapping, air brakes, hands-free communications, etc).  All candidates must be willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent

·  Work in a team environment to support employees and locations by providing excellent customer service and being receptive to changes made on the fly

· Report any safety incidents immediately to Fleet Manager, Branch Operations Manager, and/or Human Resources

· Report any unsafe behavior to the Fleet Manager

·  Conduct pre-trip inspections to tractor and trailer, for each delivery run, in accordance with FMCSA standards and TXDOT

·  Load and strap materials/equipment onto trucks, according to FMCSA/DOT guidelines

·  Deliver orders to customers according to routed paperwork.   Permission from the Dispatcher and/or Fleet Manager to take a different route is required before that decision can be made

·         Chart out appropriate route for delivery on the map or GPS to ensure safe route available (one-way streets, construction, entrances, etc)

·         Maintain proper knowledge of materials, how to read orders, invoices, purchase orders, credit notes, and customer notes on paperwork

·         Maintain ongoing communication with day-of dispatcher on time left yard, time arrived at jobsite, any stops not pre-planned, and when headed back to the yard empty for next load

·         Safely provide guidance, support, or assistance in the unloading of goods as per customer specifications (limited to heavy lifting above 60lbs and potential damage done to our trailer/truck)

·         Review deliveries with customers prior to leaving yard

·         Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer, prior to leaving yard to confirm loaders are on-site at arrival ETA

·         Complete pre-trip inspection logs and daily Whip-Around reports. Complete all BisTrack delivery app functions (customer signature, picture of load, picture of deficiencies, etc)

·         Follow DOT/FMCSA guidelines and procedures, according to the book

·         Maintain a clean and safe delivery vehicle. No smoking, no vandalism, no customizations

·         Make sure that all traffic laws, including speed limits, are followed to the letter of Texas law

·         Proper use of a personal cell phone, to include keeping up with Whip-Around and BisTrack applications for pre-trip inspections and delivery confirmations

·         Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions with the use of a spotter, when possible. If not possible, it is recommended to wait until a flagger or spotter is available in tight locations

·         Must have the adaptability and knowledge to foresee impending weather conditions and road closures to be able to make changes on the fly

Required Education & Experience:

·         High school diploma/GED required

·         CDL license

·         2+ years’ experience