What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Coastal Elite Pro?
Position Overview: Responsible for pick-up and delivery of freight between Service Centers and customers, supporting sales efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles, triples, and straight trucks.
- Perform daily safety inspections and hook/unhook trailers.
- Handle freight using equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, and ropes, and repair damaged freight when needed.
- Verify documentation, comply with hazardous material regulations, and collect freight charges.
- Follow dispatch instructions, communicate delays or issues, and engage with customers to determine needs and promote additional business.
- May perform tire chaining, and assume duties of road driver or dock employee as necessary.
- Adhere to all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Class A CDL with endorsements for doubles/triples, hazardous materials, and tankers.
- At least one year of recent driving experience or completion of a driver development course.
- Valid Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and compliance with DOT regulations.
- Ability to perform basic math, lift up to 100 pounds, and operate in various weather conditions.
- Strong communication skills, ability to follow instructions, work independently or as part of a team.