Light Truck Driver
Employer
7316 Pleasant St
Loudon, NH 03307
United States
Job description
Job Duties- Drivers will operate vehicles safely, and keep organized and accurate records,. Inform Logistics Coordinator and/or appropriate staff when problems arise:
-Map out and organize daily delivery routes and follow delivery schedules
-Safely operate the equipment necessary (cages, load bars, straps, pallet jacks, maps, and GPS units)
-Unload trucks when returning from runs; load vehicles when necessary
- Complete and keep DOT logs, record and run sheets up to date
-Document shortages and discrepancies and provide this information in a timely manner to appropriate Logistics team member
-Maintain professional communication
-Test vehicles equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation, take vehicle to mechanic for service
-Vacuum and clean interiors, and wash and polish exteriors of automobiles
- Transport passengers on a scheduled basis
-Additional second shift hours may be offered
- Transport farm grown products
Skills:
-Professional appearance and service oriented disposition to interact with customers
-Ability to complete DOT paperwork and pass a DOT drug and alcohol screen
-Possesses professional and effective interpersonal and communication skills
-Keep vehicles clean and let team members know if there is a vehicle problem
- Complete DVCR's (Vehicle Condition Report)
-Must be able to maneuver up to 150 lbs
- Possesses excellent time management, planning, decision making, and problem solving skills
-Have solid work ethic and ability to work under pressure
-Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and self-motivated skills
- Good knowledge of equipment and roads
-Able to read customers orders and follow directions
Requirements:
Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1year recent driving experience
Requires valid drivers license or drivers license issued by a US state
Must have acceptable MVR and provide documentation
Must be able to obtain DOT examiners medial card before commencing work
Must be insurable by the employers insurance company
Ability to communicate, rad, and comprehend traffic signage as well as DOT logs
Special Requirements
Exposure to extreme temp, lifting 50 lbs, repetitive movements, extensive pushing and pulling, extensive walking, frequent stooping.
All license holders that drive commercial vehicles/trucks are required to pass a physical exam as outlined by the US Department of Transportation. The physical exam is administered by a certified physician and the driver is given a medical card indicating that the driver has passes the exam. The card is good for 2 years. All license holders must have clean driving record, free of major driving violations and suspensions, in order to be insurable as an acceptable driver by the employer's insurance company.