Class A CDL, Non-Crane Certified Driver - Kansas City, KS

Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified

As a Class A CDL Driver, Non-Crane Certified, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, on time, and efficiently. This position will adhere to all safety policies and procedures directed by DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety. This position is a safety-sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comply with all DOT regulations as related to the safe operation of your vehicle, including:
• Vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift. Reporting any identified vehicle issues.
• Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
• Maintain current driver credentials as required.
• Comply with pre-employment, routine, random drug and alcohol testing requests.
• Secure load strictly complying with DOT and company policies.
• Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the branch management.
• Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to and from job sites, multiple loads per day.
• Occasionally load and unload your truck and trailer on the customer's job site.
• Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites.
• Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required.
• Apply knowledge of driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock operational areas.
• Maintain open communication with the branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries.
• Adhere to all customers' safety requirements while at customer job sites.
• May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas and sites to eliminate possible hazards, other responsibilities as assigned.
• May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of shoring equipment.
• Record and report to the branch management, Inside Sales rep, and customer of any damage to NTS rental equipment that is as identified by the driver during the pickup process.
• Be available to customers' needs, including occasional after-hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time.
• Keep the vehicle clean and up to date on maintenance.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to secure loads safely.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to enhance relationships with customers.
• A positive attitude and occasionally requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Quick learner, attention to detail, and the ability to accept directions and coaching.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of (2) two years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
2. Current Class A Commercial Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
3. Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49.
4. Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.