CDL A or CDL B Truck Driver

The CDL Truck Driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy or tractor-trailer truck with a refrigerated trailer while ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations. Key duties include loading and verifying cargo, delivering and unloading shipments at customer locations in a timely manner, and maintaining accurate activity logs. Drivers must conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, report any incidents to dispatch, and uphold professional and courteous interactions with customers and team members.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Report to work on time each day, fully prepared to perform job responsibilities.
• Safely operate heavy or tractor-trailer trucks with refrigerated trailers while adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Accurately load cargo and verify orders for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure the safe, timely, and reliable delivery and unloading of cargo at customer locations.
• Take all necessary precautions to prevent injury, property damage, or loss of life to oneself, coworkers, and the general public.
• Maintain accurate records by properly tracking and documenting activity logs.
• Promptly report any operational issues, safety concerns, or incidents to dispatch.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Uphold professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with team members, customers, and the public.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A or CDL-B).
• Clean driving record with no major moving violations in the past three years.
• No convictions or citations for driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances in the past five years.
• Ability to assess and ensure the safe loading of cargo.
• Must pass and maintain a DOT physical examination and recertification every two years.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude.
• Dependable, respectful, energetic, and punctual.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience operating a CDL-A or CDL-B articulated vehicle

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to handle physical workload and lift boxes, consecutively, that are up to 80 lbs.

Employment with Kaps is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening. By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.