CDL-A Driver

Job Title

Reliable CDL-A Driver

Job Description

Reliable CDL-A Driver who possesses strong physical and mental stamina and thrives on the road to consistently ensure safe transport of equipment & materials; often requires loading or unloaded as needed including rigging at times. Home most evenings with heavy hauling opportunities available.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to all NAMS policies and OSHA/MSHA/DOT rules & regulations
• Takes swift action to stop any imminent danger situations you may encounter
• Promptly reports all accidents and near misses, including minor first aid and property damages prior to end of shift;
• Performs DOT inspections; identifies and records any safety defects; recommends vehicles be taken out of service as appropriate
• Fully understands how to operate and safely drive assigned delivery vehicle(s)
• Ability to drive trucks with GVW over 26,000 pounds
• Ensures trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit
• Transports goods from place of origin to assigned destination
• Picks up loads; organizes goods in a logical manner
• Ensures contents are properly secured inside of the truck
• Safely and efficiently unloads goods
• Supports teams in the field as needed
• Obtains requires signatures to confirm delivery
• Communicates with team members as needed regarding timely deliveries
• Confirms contents of shipments match the manifest document(s)
• Ensures cleanliness of vehicle, interior and exterior
• Completes inspections; notify management of any major maintenance issues encountered
• Maintains detailed driving logs as required
• Tracks and reports working hours including job numbers
• Obeys all traffic laws and drive according to weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Class A license required
• 2+ years' relevant experience with tractor trailer driving preferred
• Clean driving record
• Must pass background check plus DOT physical and drug tests
• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor trailer
• Alert, focused, and detail oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to operate a lift trucks, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc
• Rigging experience a plus
• Team player
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure
• Customer-service mindset

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to walk, sit, stand, balance, stoop, bend, push, pull, lift, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl and climb stairs/ladders and use of hands
• Must have vision, hearing, and ability to talk
• Extended periods of sitting, driving in all weather conditions (snow, heavy rain, high heat), and navigating heavy traffic or tight loading docks
• Exposure to hot/cold temperatures
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Ability to travel independently to destinations far and near

North American Millwright Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer