CDL A Operator

Description

• Loading and unloading of trucks.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, manifests etc. by manual or electronic means.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Ensure that any debris caused by the loading/unloading of truck is cleaned up.
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs and immigration and weights and dimensions.
• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
• Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Provide feedback to supervision regarding customer problems, mechanical problems, or delivery problems.
• Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness.
• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.

Requirements

• Tanker endorsement required.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Valid CDL A with clean driving record.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Strong work ethic.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity and experience working with government documents such as manifests.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.

Benefits

• Weekend work may be required, and occasional out of town work.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance