What are the responsibilities and job description for the OTR Driver position at ABITA BREWING CO?
Job Title: Truck Driver
Location: Main Location
Department: Transportation
Reports To: Logistics Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Mileage
Position Summary
Abita Brewing Company’s Truck Driver is responsible for the delivery and return of product and supplies, safe driving while abiding by DOT regulations, delivery and pickup of product on schedule, logging delivery and pickups, and cleanliness and maintenance of tractor and trailer. This position will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Operate a tractor and trailer in a safe and orderly manner
• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of tractor and trailer
• Responsible for scheduling route and appointment times and keeping on schedule
• Safe Driving
• Abiding and keeping up with Federal DOT Regulations
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Flexible to work a rotating schedules as business needs arise (typical work week = 40 hours and/or 5 Over the Road Days)
• Position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating the truck, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting products and materials weighing up to 40 pounds
• Routine pushing, pulling, reaching, upper body and arm rotation, arm extension, and climbing ladders
• Exposure to various temperature changes
• Able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (ear plugs, gloves, boots, etc.)
Supervision of Others
This position does not require any management responsibilities.
Education/Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED
• Truck experience required, ability to pass truck driving skills test
• Must have a valid CDL and the ability to pass the DOT physical
• Basic knowledge of electronic driving logs
• Knowledge of safe work operations, safety policies and procedures
• Attention to details, ability to recognize when there is a problem
• Love, appreciation and knowledge of beer, including a familiarity with the craft brewing industry and with beer styles
• Must be eligible to work in the United States