Lead Driver

Job Description

Job Description

AMECO , a North American leader in Construction Site Services, Product Distribution, and Equipment Rental is seeking a CDL- A Delivery Driver to support our local customer base and project site deliveries and pick-ups in a safe and timely manner. Travel would primarily be local (working within an approximate 200-mile radius). The position is based out of our Evansville, IN facility

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Delivers and picks-up materials/supplies, rentals, and completes applicable paperwork in a safe and timely manner.
• Load, unload, move or store product (may require use of a forklift) according to delivery or routing documents or supervisor instructions
• Keep supervisor(s) informed regarding special requests and priority changes
• Organize and complete appropriate paperwork and logs (accurately/legibly)
• Exercise general truck maintenance to include, conducting routine pre & post inspections and advising of safety/maintenance concerns, while maintaining truck appearance/cleanliness
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with internal/external customers, while providing exceptional customer service
• Plans, organizes, and carries out assignments as directed
• Cross-trains and performs back-up branch duties, as requested
• Timely follow-up and resolution of customer complaints/concerns
• Remains compliant with all applicable Federal, state, local, DOT regulations and AMECO safety rules/regulations/policies/procedures
• Meets expectations on attendance and punctuality
• Perform all other duties as assigned

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED

JOB EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE and/or SKILLS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the, experience, knowledge, qualifications, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have a valid CDL A driver’s license and tractor trailer experience
• Must have a minimum of one year of CDL driving experience, with a clean driving record
• Must comply with applicable DOT regulations
• Exposure to RF scanning and/or bar-coding systems would be a plus.
• Able to drive and safely operate a forklift
• Must be able to climb a ladder and lift on regular and routine bases 50 pounds, while meeting physical demands associated with loading/unloading materials, getting in and out of truck and driving a forklift.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
• Required to wear Company issued Personal Protective Equipment while on all job sites.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees, management, and external customers to maximize performance, problem solving and results
• Participate in and maintain a positive team working environment.
• Ability to adhere to work deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong customer service focus. Able to build/maintain long-term customer relations.
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish goals.
• Must always display a professional demeanor, while maintaining creditability and trustworthiness amongst both internal and external customers.
• Capable of working at a fast pace, with excellent time management skills
• Strong attention to detail/follow-up – able to follow directions
• Reliable/dependable (punctual, with good attendance)
• Responsible to work safely, assist in ensuring safe working conditions exist and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Capable of multi-tasking and flexible to change direction, work schedule and/or focus as priorities dictate

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATION: Must have/maintain a clean driving record and a Class A driver’s license. Must maintain forklift certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Individuals will be required to frequently sit/drive, stand, walk, carry, reach, stoop, push/pull, handle/grasp/feel, lift/bend, climb, talk, hear, engage in repetitive motions, and demonstrate eye/hand/foot coordination. Employees are required to regularly lift, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: