Commercial Driver's License A Driver

Company Overview
True House Inc is a dynamic, location-based Truss Manufacturing company with operations in multiple locations. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.

General Summary: Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to deliver goods to customers and operations, and to pick up material from vendors and other operations.

Responsibilities:

• Safely drives on the road delivering products in various weather conditions
• Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspection sheets
• Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions - checks oil and fuel prior to leaving the yard
• Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure is been properly secured.
• Performs duties consistent with all applicable safety, DOT and Company rules.
• Conducts preventive maintenance to truck and ensures is clean
• Maintains appropriate driving records, logs, and shipping documents as required
• Maintains contact with scheduler or supervisor to receive instructions or to be dispatched to new locations
• Verifies shipping documents for accuracy, and obtains customer's signature on paperwork upon delivery when required.
• Takes pictures of site condition before unloading, several pictures of material unloaded (wall panels, hangers, beams, material) including delivery packets and lot box.
• Completes paperwork are required.
• May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required.
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy.
• Completes training as required by management.
• Participates in safety programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum 12th grade basic education completed.
• Must have at least one year of documented tractor-trailer flatbed driving experience.
• Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions.
• Required to have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License
• Successfully completion of forklift driver licensing process.
• Previous lumber delivery experience preferred.

Skills and abilities

• Ability to pass a physical examination (DOT required)
• Ability to operate an electronic board system
• Ability to block, brace/strap and tie down/secure cargo for transportation
• Ability to safely walk on trailers and get up and down off of trailers
• Ability to determine if vehicle is properly loaded and if weight cargo is adequate
• Ability to drive and perform duties in a safe manner
• Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and determine safe operation of the vehicle
• Moffitt/Piggy-back experience for loading and unloading
• Proficient in the use of English language in reading, writing and speaking.
• Ability to work in a wide range of weather conditions
• Ability to interact with co-workers, customers and vendors
• Good understanding of efficiencies and productivity measures
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

Skills and abilities

• Ability to pass a physical examination (DOT required)
• Ability to operate an electronic board system
• Ability to block, brace/strap and tie down/secure cargo for transportation
• Ability to safely walk on trailers and get up and down off of trailers
• Ability to determine if vehicle is properly loaded and if weight cargo is adequate
• Ability to drive and perform duties in a safe manner
• Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and determine safe operation of the vehicle
• Proficient in the use of English language in reading, writing and speaking.
• Ability to work in a wide range of weather conditions
• Ability to interact with co-workers, customers and vendors
• Good understanding of efficiencies and productivity measures
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

Conduct

• Must not have any DOT recordable accidents in the past three years
• Safety conscious
• Team player and goal oriented
• Open to change and positive attitude
• Committed to plant and company goals
• Participates in Safety and other programs
• Punctual and reliable
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

Other

• Temperatures will vary.
• Dusty and noisy environment at jobsites
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently

True House Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disable and will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, disability, genetic testing, service in the military, citizenship status or any other protected by federal, state or local law. Apex Technology also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees base on any of these protected categories.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26