CDL Driver
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The CDL Driver is a part of the operations team and is responsible for the safe handling and delivery of cargo. While maintaining a positive working relationship with everyone, the truck driver is to set the standard and be held accountable for safe and efficient operations.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Plan and effectively run delivery routes to meet outlined schedules.
- Inspect the truck to ensure proper operating conditions prior to use and communicate any maintenance or repair of equipment needed to ensure serviceability and safety of the equipment.
- Ensure any maintenance needed is complete before operating.
- Report any equipment defects, accidents, and safety violations.
- Perform daily truck maintenance, including refueling and cleaning.
- Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports
- Review load paperwork versus cargo received or loaded to ensure that all paperwork is correct and that the material is in good condition.
- Maintain paperwork and distribute accurately in a timely manner.
- Verify loads for accuracy.
- Review and comply with all DOT and State requirements inclusive of the FMCSA Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and all applicable sections of 29CFR 1910 and 29CFR 1917.
- Must properly secure loads/cargo prior to transporting in accordance with Load Securement rules and regulations and inform the Manager of issues regarding load securement.
- Adhere to all truck driving rules, safety regulations, and traffic laws
- Work closely with operations and office staff to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective completion of work plans.
- Report problems and issues to the appropriate Manager.
- Maintain professionalism at all times and comply with all safety and work-site rules at customer facilities.
- Communicate with office and operations staff if delayed in any way.
- Perform other related duties as required.