Transportation Driver
Siddons-Martin Emergency Group Benefits
Employee-owned company!
Monday-Friday schedule
Company Sponsored Benefits:
- Medical (PPO & HDHP options), Company
HSA match, Dental, Vision, Short-Term
Disability, Accident and Hospital Indemnity
Insurance, Telehealth, Voluntary Life
Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness
- 401K with Employer Match
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Training & Safety Equipment
Company Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life & AD&D, Critical Illness
- Insurance, Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Verizon Wireless Company Discount (eligibility requirements)
Summary
The Transportation Driver is a full-time role and is responsible for transporting and operating fire apparatus both in state and out of state for relocation purposes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Drive apparatus, load and unload unit on and off trailer
Relocate apparatus across state lines
Implement a trip plan to account for rest and fuel stops
Perform 360-walkaround and verify the condition of the apparatus is free of any defects, secure any loose items/tools and notify supervisors of damages before moving the vehicle; walkaround includes required DOT inspections pre- and post-trip for all units and trailers
Follow factory demo unit procedures including required paperwork
Follow all traffic laws, DOT regulations, and company policies and procedures
Pickup and deliver materials to and from vendors
Operate electronic logs
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
Possess a valid class A or B (non-exempt) commercial driver license; and must have a valid DOT medical card
Possess air brake, tank, and trailer endorsements (trailer - Class A only)
Be at least 21 years of age
Clean driving record
Available to work within 48 hours of driver notification
Available for overnight stays if required by Company or DOT regulations
Able to operate a forklift
Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with customers and employees
Self-Motivated
Track record of demonstrating Integrity and Dependability
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Expected to be professional and demonstrate proficiency when requested
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for several hours. Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must have clear vision, at least 20/40 with or without glasses/contacts, your eyes can see side-to-side normally, and you can recognize the colors on traffic signs and signals. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.