What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tractor-Trailer Driver position at Stowers Machinery Corporation?
Knowledge And Skill Requirements
- Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe hauling practices
- Ability to secure loads with chains and binders and perform periodic checks
- Sound judgment for safe driving in adverse weather and challenging conditions
- Basic mechanical skills for emergency repairs (e.g., tire changes, installing chains)
- Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and team members
- Experience instructing customers on equipment usage and maintenance
- Familiarity with heavy equipment types and handling procedures
- High school diploma or GED required
- Drive tractor-trailer to deliver and pick up machines at customer job sites and Stowers locations
- Load and unload heavy equipment and machinery
- Maintain current licenses and health card necessary to legally transport equipment
- Inspect tractor-trailer and related equipment for operational safety and reliability
- Complete shipping and receiving documents for Stowers and customer records
- Secure all loads with chains and binders; check periodically during transport
- Perform emergency repairs as needed
- Instruct customers on proper usage and maintenance of delivered equipment
- Follow all Company and customer safety rules and maintain a clean, orderly work area
- Respond to customer requests professionally and promptly
- Attend meetings, training, and activities as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
- None; individual contributor role
- Three years of driving experience hauling heavy equipment
- Dependability and punctuality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and strong integrity
- Valid CDL driver’s license
- Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam, and drug screen
- Ability to lift 20–75 pounds occasionally
- Ability to wear required PPE (glasses, gloves, protective clothing, footwear)
- Ability to work under occasional pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Standard five-day schedule with daily overtime and occasional weekends
- Exposure to outdoor conditions, including adverse weather
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment
- Frequent travel to customer job sites and Stowers locations
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