Truck Driver CDL-A FWP

Summary

Drives truck with capacity of more than 3 tons, to transport materials to and from specified destinations, by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Flatbed driving experience.
Prepare reports (i.e. safety reports)
Examine vehicle to detect malfunctions, damage, or maintenance needed
Service vehicle with water, fuel, or oil

Load, unload, or stack containers, materials, or products
Strap/secure loads (tarp/unload tarp when required)
Class A commercial license
Maintain driver log according to I.C.C. regulations

Use established traffic/ transportation procedures follow traffic laws

Perform safety inspections in transportation setting

Read maps - use geographic positioning system (GPS)

Use local or regional geographical knowledge to transportation

Use weighing or measuring devices in transportation
Verify cargo against shipping papers
Prepares receipts for load picked up. Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Performs emergency roadside repairs as required. Positions blocks and ties rope/straps around items to secure cargo during transit.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.

Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions ; uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Licenses

CDL A license or level required for position

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE, including Disabled/VET