CDL Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Join our team as a CDL Truck Driver! In this role, you will operate tractor-trailers and various specialized trucks to transport trusses, sometimes oversized across Wyoming, Colorado, and sometimes Nebraska. Your expertise in commercial truck driving, adherence to safety regulations, and commitment to timely deliveries will ensure our customers receive their goods efficiently and securely.

Duties

• Safely operate tractor-trailers, flatbeds, tankers, refrigerated trailers, and other specialized trucks to transport freight over designated routes
• Load cargo using forklifts. Unload by sliding them off the roller bed.
• Navigate routes efficiently using GPS navigation systems as well as written/oral directions
• Comply with all FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations, DOT (Department of Transportation) rules, and regulations while driving oversized on populated roads.
• Manage logistics cargo handling, including securing loads properly for safe transit and verifying shipment accuracy
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and report any maintenance issues promptly
• Communicate effectively with sales, office, and customers regarding delivery schedules, delays, or issues during transit

Experience

• Proven experience in commercial truck driving with a focus on route driving and delivery driving in various environments
• Familiarity with trucks, trailers, and forklift equipment
• Knowledge of truck loading and unloading procedures including manual handling and forklift operation when necessary
• Understanding of FMCSA regulations, DOT regulations, and safety protocols for transporting dangerous goods
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with endorsements relevant to the equipment operated
• Ability to handle manual transmission trucks confidently and safely while maintaining focus on road safety standards