Company Driver

Company Driver

The Company Driver is responsible for overseeing and leading Armstrong's full-cycle transportation initiatives, including, but not limited to packing, padding, inventory, loading, transporting, unloading, and unpacking. The Company Driver will operate a tractor-trailer (CDL A) or a straight truck (CDL B or non-CDL) to receive, store, and distribute equipment and goods. This requires handling of materials, as well as overseeing helpers in the packing, loading, and unloading of materials. Strong Customer Service skills are required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate trucks for the local delivery, pick-up, and relocation of product and materials.
• Protect customer's items and property using pads, tape, and other material to prevent damage during loading, transit, and unloading.
• Ensure each item and its condition is accurately listed on the Shipment Inventory. Ensure all other shipment paperwork, such as Bills of Lading, Statements of Accessorial Services, Inventories, and Weight Tickets, is properly completed.
• Direct packers and helpers so loading / unloading is safely accomplished within established productivity standards, as well as to the customer's satisfaction.
• Comply with all paperwork requirements (e.g. driver logs and expense reports).
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and perform routine vehicle maintenance work (fluid levels, air pressure levels, etc.).
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pick-up operations.
• Follow all safety rules as required by DOT, OSHA, and company safety program.
• Inspect all materials received for order accuracy and quality.
• Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns and inventory issues.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Review work orders to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's license (CDL).
• Prior moving & storage or furniture delivery experience a plus.
• Proven history of driving with a safe driving record.
• Must pass all company and DOT requirements, including roadside inspection reports (PSP), DOT medical screen, pre-qualification drug screen, and criminal background investigation.
• Must be able to drive and safely operate a straight truck and/or tractor trailer in accordance with United Van Lines, and DOT (Department of Transportation) rules, policies, procedures, and standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• This position requires excellent physical stamina and the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Sustained periods of lifting, standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.

Skills:

• Inventory Control: Novice
• Customer Service: Intermediate

Behaviors:

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations:

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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The Armstrong Company