Commercial Truck Driver - Class A

Commercial Truck Driver – Class A Job Description
Location: San Bernardino Manufacturing Plants / Riverside Distribution – San Bernardino, CA 92408 / Riverside, CA 92507
Department: Logistics
Reports To: Driver Supervisor / Dispatcher
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Suggested SOC Code: 53-3032 – Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Position Summary
The Commercial Truck Driver is responsible for safely transporting finished goods, raw materials, and other products between company facilities, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, retail locations, customer sites, and job sites. This position supports logistics operations through the safe operation of commercial motor vehicles, timely deliveries, proper load securement, accurate freight accounting, professional customer service, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

The Commercial Truck Driver is expected to maintain compliance with company standards and all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), California Highway Patrol (CHP), and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) requirements while promoting safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Safe Vehicle Operations
• Safely operate commercial motor vehicles in accordance with company policies, license qualifications, and applicable regulations.
• Operate assigned equipment, including straight trucks, tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, yard trucks, and trailer-mounted forklifts, as required by the assignment and only when appropriately licensed, trained, and authorized.
• Perform required pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and report defects or unsafe conditions.
• Do not operate unsafe vehicles or equipment; notify supervision when a condition prevents safe operation.
• Perform daily basic vehicle checks, including oil, coolant, tires, and fuel levels.
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, equipment damage, and violations in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Delivery Operations and Freight Accountability
• Transport finished goods, raw materials, and other products between company facilities, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, retail locations, customer sites, and job sites.
• Follow assigned routes, stop sequences, dispatch instructions, and delivery schedules. Obtain dispatch approval before making changes, except when immediate action is necessary for safety; notify dispatch as soon as safely possible.
• Perform transfers and intercompany pickups and deliveries as assigned.
• Perform assigned yard moves, trailer spotting, and roll-off container pickups, placements, and deliveries in accordance with company procedures and safe operating practices.
• Perform assigned linehaul routes and overnight trips, including overnight stays away from home, as operational needs require.• Load and unload products using approved methods and equipment, including hand unloading, pallet
jacks, and trailer-mounted forklifts, as assigned. Secure cargo and handling equipment in accordance
with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Verify that the correct load, quantities, delivery instructions, and supporting paperwork are present
before departure.
• Inspect cargo placement, securement, and condition before moving the vehicle. Correct unsafe
conditions before movement and notify supervision when assistance is required.
• Confirm that freight for the initial delivery stops is accessible and that required unloading equipment is
available.
• Count goods against delivery invoices and document shortages, overages, damage, and other
discrepancies in accordance with company procedures.
• Secure and protect products against shifting, damage, and loss during transportation and handling.
• Obtain required delivery confirmations, signatures, and documentation.
• Communicate delays, delivery restrictions, refused deliveries, and other service issues to dispatch
promptly.

Returned Goods
• Pick up returned goods and customer materials only as authorized and in accordance with company
procedures.
• Verify and document the quantity and condition of returned goods at pickup.
• Position and secure returned goods to prevent additional damage and protect other freight.
• Submit completed return documentation and communicate discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.

Customer Service
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance and wear company-approved clothing and required personal
protective equipment.
• Represent T.M. Cobb Companies positively when interacting with customers and the public.
• Maintain productive working relationships with customer personnel.
• Communicate customer concerns, delivery problems, and service issues to supervision.
• Recognize that drivers are an extension of the company’s sales and customer service efforts.
• Remain courteous and professional when handling delivery challenges or unexpected situations.

Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
• Complete required logs, reports, inspection forms, and delivery paperwork accurately and on time.
• Accurately document driving time, other work time, rest periods, and mileage as required.
• Comply with applicable federal and state hours-of-service requirements.
• Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License and current required medical certification.
• Follow applicable vehicle size, weight, route, parking, and operating requirements.
• Utilize electronic logging devices, GPS, and company-required communication systems.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company standards, including personal
driving.
• Promptly report changes to license status, medical qualification, or driving eligibility in accordance with
company policy.

General Responsibilities
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with supervisors, dispatch, warehouse
personnel, customer service personnel, and customers.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in required meetings, training, and driver coaching.
• Exercise sound judgment and safe work practices to minimize preventable accidents, injuries, product
damage, and unnecessary delays.
• Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality in accordance with company policies.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of commercial motor vehicle operations and safe driving practices.
• Knowledge of applicable DOT, FMCSA, CHP, and hours-of-service requirements.
• Ability to inspect vehicles and recognize equipment defects and unsafe conditions.
• Ability to safely operate and maneuver assigned straight trucks, tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, and yard
trucks in yards, customer locations, and delivery areas.
• Ability to properly secure, handle, and protect cargo.
• Ability to count freight, verify delivery documents, and accurately document discrepancies.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks, trailer-mounted forklifts, and other assigned material-handling
equipment following required training and authorization.
• Ability to use electronic logging devices, GPS, and company communication systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to adapt to traffic, weather, delivery restrictions, and changing operational needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer service.

Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision insurance
• FSA

If you’re a reliable, adaptable, and safety-focused professional looking to grow with a stable company — we want to hear from you.
Apply today and become a vital part of our transportation team.

T.M. Cobb/ Haley Brothers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

T.M. Cobb does not hire anyone under the age of 18.