Driver

Job Title

The driver is responsible for the transportation of products to and from Milport and affiliated locations. They will be responsible for loading and unloading their vehicles as well as filling out all required paperwork and following federal, state, and company rules and regulations.

Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)

• Perform all required vehicle inspections.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and always maintained.
• Assist with the mapping of routes to ensure the timeliest delivery schedule possible.
• Load trucks in an efficient manner for delivery while meeting DOT weight restrictions.
• Ensure all HAZMAT loads are safely loaded and properly placarded for contents and shipping manifest has proper DOT shipping name, packing group, and hazard class as required.
• Ensure that all products leaving Milport have the appropriate markings and paperwork.
• Accurately complete all paperwork associated with deliveries and return any necessary documents to the administrative office.
• Properly use a forklift to load and unload trucks. Ensure proper training is maintained to operate.
• Communicate politely and clearly with customers with an understanding that you represent the company.
• Follow standard operating procedures. Review procedures on an annual basis for accuracy.
• Follow all security procedures associated with regulated chemicals.
• Communicate all delivery or vehicle issues with the transportation coordinator.
• Maintain an accurate logbook.
• Complete all other tasks assigned by management for which you are qualified and physically able to perform.
• Support and be involved in Safety and Environmental Audits related to trucking and transportations.
• Complete safety inspections on trucks and other area safety inspections as required.

Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required:

• Meet all federal and state certifications and CDL licensing for commercial vehicle classes (ABC) with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.
• Current DOT medical certification
• Clean driving record
• Satisfactory and verifiable experience
• Knowledge of DOT/transportation rules and regulations
• Knowledge of equipment and machinery used to load/unload tankers and box trucks.

Skills & Ability

• Ability to drive safely for long periods of time and under varying conditions.
• Ability to climb to a height of up to 15 feet.
• Ability to read and understand Bills of lading and shipping orders.
• Ability to communicate with customers and managers.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to wear a respirator if necessary.

Safety Expectations

• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations at Milport and when on customer sites.
• Wear all appropriate personal protective equipment regardless of weather.
• Drive in a safe manner following all the rules and regulations of the road.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of standing and sitting.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Comfortable working in adverse climate conditions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Monday Friday (full-time).
• Possible overtime.