CDL Driver and Trainer

Job Description Summary:

The CDL Driver and Trainer must be an experienced commercial truck driver who also teaches new drivers and mentors existing drivers on essential skills focusing on safety, regulations, and vehicle operation (backing, shifting, load securement, pre-trip & post-trip inspections, etc.).

This position must be dependable, organized and possesses a great deal of physical and mental stamina who thrives working long hours on the road and can consistently ensure safe and accurate deliveries. Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and have a clean driving record.

Conduct business in accordance with PPC and MP Systems, Inc. mission and vision statements.

At MP Systems, Inc. we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart – Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom – Insightful, Integrity – Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage – Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility – Modest and Respectful, Passion – Unfailing Dedication

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others, and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero injuries.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions

Communication & Planning:

• Communicate with dispatch as needed
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
• Assist in mapping delivery routes
• Ability to effectively communicate with new hires and hiring managers for pre/post driver training & road tests.

Responsibilities:

• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
• Transport goods and equipment from the place of origin to assigned destination
• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of the truck to prevent breakage or damage
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
• Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely deliveries
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
• Track when maintenance of your vehicle is needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Track and report working hours
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Comply with DOT regulations
• Perform new hire driver training & road tests.
• Teach and mentor existing drivers – teaching safe and efficient operation of commercial vehicles, pre-trip and post-trip inspections, defensive driving techniques and hazard recognition, hours of service, and other DOT regulations.
• Assist in providing training content, as well as reviewing any current or future related training.
• Perform other duties as assigned including yard and shop work when not driving.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid Class A driver's license without restrictions and Medical Card required
• 2 years proven experience with tractor-trailer driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Skilled at driving large vehicles
• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• An innate sense of direction
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Previous classroom and/or related instruction experience.

MP Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Details :

MP Systems is a leading line and infrastructure construction company, and one of five companies within PPC Partners, Inc. family of companies. Other subsidiaries include CarolinaPower, MetroPower, and Pieper Electric, and Pieper Automation with 31 total locations throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States.

We are a values-based organization that is committed to supporting the advancement of our customers, employees, and society. The foundation of our success is based on integrity, accountability, and respect.