Class A CDL Driver in Training

Summary

The Class A driver-in-training will operate the yard truck and also perform any other tasks that are requested by the Operations Manager. The driver’s responsibilities involve moving material around the yard while driving the yard truck. This position will also use a radio to communicate with other employees regarding where loads need dumped or moved.

In addition, the Driver is responsible for ensuring his or her vehicle is in compliance with the Company’s safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations (DOT guidelines) are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle.

The driver’s position can be physically demanding (will be responsible for loading/unloading) and requires attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety.

Essential Job Functions

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    Operate the yard truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
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    Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs.
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    Maintain and update drivers log sheets.
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    Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
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    Physical Labor will be required.
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    Identifies need for repairs and/or maintenance to vehicles and is accountable for ensuring the maintenance or repairs are accomplished with a minimum of disruption to the operation.
    
  • Operates a variety of equipment.
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    Efficiently transport, unload and distribute product to yard locations.
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    Perform vehicle inspections required under section 396.13 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
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    Attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety.
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    Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times.
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    Conducts pre-shift safety inspection of equipment. Ensures proper maintenance.
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    Operates and/or drives equipment as required.
    
  • Build loads for delivery
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    Operates forklift
    
  • Keeps management aware of any delays or discrepancies
    
  • Keeps yard clean, well-organized and safe
    
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out simple one or two-step instructions
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    Informing/communication with the Yard personnel.
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    Performs other tasks as assigned or requested

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.

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  Outside work in the Yard - temperature and weather extremes (heat, cold, rain) may be encountered.
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  Work will take place in an industrial environment, with noise, dust and fumes.
  
• Noise level in the work environment can be moderate at times.

Work Hours

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  Monday through Friday with a 40 hour work week; overtime as necessary.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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 to perform the essential functions:

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  Possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial driver's license.
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  High school diploma or equivalent.
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  Must pass a company paid Post Offer Pre-Hire screen (physical essential functions) test.
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  Must have a valid DOT medical card or able to obtain prior to hire.
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  Safe driving record and history
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  Must not have any DUI’s within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
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  Must not have any license suspensions within the last 2 years.
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  No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
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  Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
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  Strong verbal communication skills; will be in contact with internal dispatch personnel as well as customer representatives
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  Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.
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  Able to count and perform basic math.
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  Must be able to satisfy all DOT QA file requirements and paperwork
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  Must have ability to wear/use approved applicable safety equipment, as needed.
  
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
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  Performance of other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job.