What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Dixie Plywood & Lumber Co?
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a flat-bed tractor-trailer (for CDL Class A) or flat-bed straight truck (for CDL Class B) to transport building materials to our customers
- Prepares, receives and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery or pick up of products
- Tarp cargo in inclement weather
- Maintain DOT travel logs according to Federal and State regulations
- Inspect truck before and after trip
- Report any issues or incidents to Supervisor
- Must maintain professional appearance wearing assigned uniform; as well as great customer service when dealing with our customers
- Previous experience in truck driving or other related fields; minimum of three year verifiable tractor-trailer experience
- Ability to handle physical workload, to include heavy lifting, ability to apply force to tension/strap bar to secure load at each stop
- Must be able to ascend/descend in a tractor-trailer cab and flatbed trailer, at each stop
- Flat-bed and tarping experience
- Must have basic math and reading skills
- Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions
- Strong work ethic
- Able to pass a DOT-required Medical Examination (Medical Card)
- Employment and Driving records must be satisfactory to meet the company requirements (MVR, etc.)