CDL Class A Port Driver
Description
CDL Class A Port Driver
Location: La Grange, NC, 28551
Job Description
Duties/Responsibilities
- Operates a semi-truck & trailer according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
- Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over required route, obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
- Skillfully maneuvers truck and trailer into loading and unloading areas; follows loading crew signals.
- Runs overseas containers to the port.
- Maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork; delivers documentation to shipping office or other appropriate staff when delivery route is complete.
- Facilitates routine service on trucks, which may include checking oil, water, gasoline, and air; reports maintenance malfunctions to Transportation Manager.
- Must be able to use an ELD (Electronic Logging Device). ALL Foss Recycling trucks have ELD’s.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
- Ability to drive a tractor trailer with a load possibly partly obscuring the rear-view vision.
- Must be able to use side mirrors effectively.
- Plan routes to ensure a minimum of traffic delays and maximum routing efficiency.
- Product must be delivered to the customer on or before time.
Education/Experience/Certifications
- Must have at least 3 years experience with valid Class A CDL.
- Must be flexible to work 6 days a week if needed.
- Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations.
- CDL A license (Required)
- TWIC Card (Required)
- Hazmat Endorsement (Required)
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting in a trailer cab for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift and move up to 45 pounds at a time.
- Driving for the majority of the time and utilizing body movements of twisting, bending, reaching and using hands and arms in completing paperwork.
- Walking and standing around operating machinery and equipment while the load is being completed.
- Using arms, legs, wrists, and back to climb on a trailer (if needed) to correct, inspect, or modify the load.
Job Type
Full-time
Work Location: In person
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