What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Driver, Level 1 position at Commercial Tire Inc?
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Job Title: Truck Driver (Level 1)
FLSA Status: non-exempt
Reports to: Regional Transportation Manager
Job Type: Full-time
POSITION OVERVIEW
Truck Driver Level 1 position is responsible for transporting materials to and from specified destinations by driving semi-trucks (interstate) with a capacity of four tons ( ) and more than six wheels. Assists in the warehouse.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides customers with knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service always, while being sensitive to their needs.
- Adheres to and supports safe work practices and Commercial Tire’s safety guidelines and standard
- Drives truck; loads and unloads truck
- Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations.
- Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Prepares receipts for load(s) picked up.
- Operates and maintains company vehicle to CT standards, including regular maintenance; cleanliness; fueling & tracking fuel receipts; insurance coverage, general upkeep, inspections, registration, etc. Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water. Performs emergency roadside work/repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains and spark plugs.
- May position blocks and tie rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
- If doing long-haul, will be on overnight trips
- Other duties as assigned
Warehouse Responsibilities – Secondary duties and responsibilities
- Receives inbound freight within warehouse, unloads freight on truck and checks off orders. Maintains high accuracy level in check-off procedures.
- Reads work orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Uses computer software to assist with locating types of tires by manufacturer; transfers inventory to
stores; closes out transfer requests and bills the appropriate location. - Assists with requests received from store personnel or outside customers
- Operates forklift and other vehicles, if necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS - required
- Valid Class A CDL and an excellent driving record
- Doubles and triples endorsements
- 1 year commercial driving experience or graduate of Technical Driving School
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
Salary : $34