Class A CDL Driver

Class A CDL Driver

Full Time

Salary: $13-$16/hr DOE

Job Summary: This position is based out of Hanceville and will be driving freight to/from our Birmingham location – Class A CDL License required. The employee in this position will be responsible for transporting freight, on a daily basis, between one or more locations but will return to Hanceville each day. Must be able to operate truck with a manual transmission. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds is required. Work environment includes company vehicle and warehouse, plant or production areas with periods of continual driving/sitting and occasional standing or walking. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing is required. Forklift experience is a plus but not required. Must be able to pass all DOT and insurance regulations. Pre-employment testing (including background, drug screening and agility testing) will be required post offer.

Job Functions (Duties, Responsibilities, and Requirements): The primary duties consist of (but are not limited to) the following:

• Follow safety rules and work procedures.
• Drives 24' straight truck (cap 10 tons) to transport materials to and from specified destinations by applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and area roads.
• Prepares receipts for load picked up. May maintain truck log, according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
• Position blocks and/or tie rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
• May load and unload truck; inspect truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water; and/or perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, and spark plugs.
• Cleans work area or vehicle.
• Performs other duties as needed.