Local Shuttle CDL Truck Driver

This position is for responsible for the safe transportation of RTP materials, products and other general commodities as directed by RTP Transportation Department. Anticipated 80% of duties would be shuttle/inner city work between RTP buildings and vendors. 20% of duties to be over the road (regional) miles. May occasionally requiring sleeper berth use or motel.

Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday- Friday- 7am-3 pm

Responsibilities

• Primarily day cab/local truck duties
• Receive and follow dispatch orders/instructions
• Pre and Post trip inspect vehicle at specified intervals
• Hook up and drop trailers as directed by dispatch
• Operate forklift and perform loading and unloading as needed/required
• Drive vehicle on specified routes observing Department of Transportation, State, Federal and RTP Company guidelines safe driving rules and regulations
• Communicate as directed, verbally or in writing
• Pick up and deliver dry van (skid) products, pneumatic bulk product and trash compactor
• Unloading/loading of pneumatic trailers with use of PTO Blower
• Communicate with Customer, Maintenance, Safety, and Dispatch on directions, breakdowns, accidents, product damage, emergencies, and other issues
• Fuel vehicle at approved locations
• Prepare all trip records and DOT logs daily- use ELD’s (electronic log device) as required.
• Participate in Company meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. regularly
• Must be dependable and have excellent attendance
• Must have ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must have ability to make decisions within the scope of the job responsibilities
• Must have a positive attitude
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed, up to every other weekend
• Must be willing and able to work in temperature extremes – hot and cold
• Must be able to pass a forklift test
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Education and Experience

• Must have a valid and unrestricted CDL driver’s license
• Must have a satisfactory (as rated by DOT) driving record
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred forklift experience
• Preferred previous driving experience

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time as well as look at a computer screen.
• Occasional travel to other locations may be required.