What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tractor Trailer Operator (2nd shift - 2:30pm-10:30pm) position at American Greetings?
Job Description
Tractor Trailer Operator
Monday - Friday
2nd shift (2:30pm to 10:30pm)
Experience Required
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Most of job functions are performed outside, therefore this employee is exposed to all elements throughout the year. Pulls full trailers from the door and replaces with an empty. Responsibilities could also include taking loads of Parcel Post shipments to Post Office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Checks tractor daily. Keeps correct amount of fuel in the tanks; checks and adds oil to the crank case as needs; checks radiator for fullness of anti-freeze; checks the battery for the need of water; checks tires for proper air pressure; checks the hydraulic fifth wheel for proper amount of oil. Reports any minor or major repair needed in order to keep the truck in good operating condition at all time
Makes list of all trailers spotted at dock doors-compares to trailer door listing. Informs Supervisor of any discrepancy
After a trailer is loaded, move trailer from dock, close trailer doors, apply seal, and move to trailer pool. Move a predetermined empty trailer back to the dock door. Give trailer card to OS&D Clerk to update system.
Use yard tractor with trailer to take Parcel Post shipments to the Post Office. Assists in the loading and off-loading the baskets (approximate weight 1,300 lbs)
May be required to go to outside warehouse to take empty trailer or to bring back a full one
May be required to perform the functions of a Line Dispatcher
May be required to perform the functions of a Material Handler
Works under the direction of the Supervisor
Changes may occur in the hours and essential functions of these instructions due to availability of personnel
Physical Demands
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Must be physically qualified to operate a commercial vehicle as prescribed by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Section 391.41 Subject D. This includes an examination by a competent medical examiner and a certificate stating he is physically qualified to operate a motor vehicle.
Position requires individual to enter/exit truck cab several times in a shift.
Work Environment
The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Primary job functions are performed outside except when performing line dispatcher/material handler job functions which are performed on shipping dock.
Education Required
Required Education:
High School
Required Length & Type Of Experience
Previous driving experience - CDL Class A License Required (Automatic and Manual Transmission)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be qualified to operate a tractor-trailer unit as an over-the-road driver in compliance with Department of Transportation Regulations, CDL license.
Career Site Category
Manufacturing/Distribution Jobs
Tractor Trailer Operator
Monday - Friday
2nd shift (2:30pm to 10:30pm)
Experience Required
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Most of job functions are performed outside, therefore this employee is exposed to all elements throughout the year. Pulls full trailers from the door and replaces with an empty. Responsibilities could also include taking loads of Parcel Post shipments to Post Office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Checks tractor daily. Keeps correct amount of fuel in the tanks; checks and adds oil to the crank case as needs; checks radiator for fullness of anti-freeze; checks the battery for the need of water; checks tires for proper air pressure; checks the hydraulic fifth wheel for proper amount of oil. Reports any minor or major repair needed in order to keep the truck in good operating condition at all time
Makes list of all trailers spotted at dock doors-compares to trailer door listing. Informs Supervisor of any discrepancy
After a trailer is loaded, move trailer from dock, close trailer doors, apply seal, and move to trailer pool. Move a predetermined empty trailer back to the dock door. Give trailer card to OS&D Clerk to update system.
Use yard tractor with trailer to take Parcel Post shipments to the Post Office. Assists in the loading and off-loading the baskets (approximate weight 1,300 lbs)
May be required to go to outside warehouse to take empty trailer or to bring back a full one
May be required to perform the functions of a Line Dispatcher
May be required to perform the functions of a Material Handler
Works under the direction of the Supervisor
Changes may occur in the hours and essential functions of these instructions due to availability of personnel
Physical Demands
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Must be physically qualified to operate a commercial vehicle as prescribed by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Section 391.41 Subject D. This includes an examination by a competent medical examiner and a certificate stating he is physically qualified to operate a motor vehicle.
Position requires individual to enter/exit truck cab several times in a shift.
Work Environment
The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Primary job functions are performed outside except when performing line dispatcher/material handler job functions which are performed on shipping dock.
Education Required
Required Education:
High School
Required Length & Type Of Experience
Previous driving experience - CDL Class A License Required (Automatic and Manual Transmission)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be qualified to operate a tractor-trailer unit as an over-the-road driver in compliance with Department of Transportation Regulations, CDL license.
Career Site Category
Manufacturing/Distribution Jobs