What are the responsibilities and job description for the Semi Truck Driver position at Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago?
RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:
Responsible for driving semi truck and trailer responsibly and safely. Responsible for safe, secure
transport of materials and loading/unloading as assigned. Meet internal and external customer needs in
a professional manner.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
1. Drive responsibly and safely, following assigned schedules and complete routes,
loading/unloading material as requested.
2. Adheres to all DOT, traffic and safety regulations while performing duties.
3. Maintain professional demeanor and provide courteous customer service to internal and
external customers and other contacts.
4. Adhere to Goodwill Retail Standards to ensure the highest levels of customer and donor service are
maintained.
5. Prior to operation, complete and submit a daily vehicle condition report and immediately notify
supervisor of repair or maintenance needs.
6. Complete other reports/forms as requested in a timely, complete and accurate manner.
7. Maintain vehicle interior in clean and orderly fashion and provide for exterior cleaning as
assigned.
8. Maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
9. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience driving semi-truck.
• Ability to operate truck, van, pallet jack, freight elevator, truck lift, dock plates as needed.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Driving record acceptable to insurance carrier.
• Valid DOT medical card, as required.
• Additional experience in the trucking industry preferred.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
• Wear assigned uniform and/or Goodwill identification while on duty.
• Ability to safely operate a semi truck and trailer and other vehicles as assigned.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external customers and other contacts in a
professional manner.
• Working knowledge of safe working practices and DOT and other rules and regulations
pertaining to assigned work environment.
• Ability to work varied work schedules and flexible hours.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
• Full range of motion.
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively and professionally in verbal and written form.
• Capable of meeting physical demand required for commercial driver’s license.
When determining placement within the salary range for this position Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago considers education, experience, internal equity, market demands and other qualifying criteria. It is not typical for individuals to be hired at or near the top of the rage for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each case.
Certain roles are eligible to participate in an incentive plan. Participation in this plan does not guarantee an incentive payment and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan, which are subject to change.
In addition to compensation, we offer a competitive benefit program that may include medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (PTO) and more. The specifics of each benefit package will vary depending on factors such as full or part time jobs, contracted, temporary, or other job categories.
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