Truck Driver - Andover

Job Title

Experienced and Dependable Part-Time/On-Call Driver

Job Description

Summary/Objective: We are looking for an experienced and dependable candidate to work as a part-time/on-call driver. The driver will be responsible for safely and efficiently driving a large commercial vehicle to deliver inventory and equipment. All safety regulations and standards regarding size, weight, and break periods must be followed. The ideal candidate would already have their Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The driver will also be responsible for receiving cargo, parking in appropriate docks, tracking mileage, and documenting schedules, inventory delivery confirmation, and manifests. Qualified candidates will be disciplined, dependable, and resourceful, making safety a priority at all times.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive the assigned delivery vehicle and maintain it
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit to prevent breakage or damage
• Transport inventory and equipment from the place of origin to assigned destination
• Pick up loads and organize goods in an ordered, logical manner
• Safely and efficiently handle and unload goods at selected destinations
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs; track and report working hours
• Adhere to company, ICC, and DOT rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Notify manager of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled at driving large vehicles and comfortable maneuvering and parking
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems and have an innate sense of direction
• High level of composure and good stress management
• Ability to follow simple verbal and written directions
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record
• Must pass a background check and drug test

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous experience operating commercial vehicles

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Must be willing and able to travel out of town with occasional overnight stays to assigned projects
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on an occasional basis

Physical Demands:

• This position typically requires balancing, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, hearing, and talking

Working Conditions:

• The employee will be exposed to varying weather conditions as they will be driving in all types of conditions

Travel:

• This position may require travel, which could include traveling to projects in different cities and overnight stays

Requirements:

• Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position