Class A Truck Driver

Class A Driver

Location: Signal Hill, CA 90806

Duration: 1 + Months

Pay Rate: $25 to $30/Hr. on W2

Shift Timing: Standard Shift

Job Description:

The Class A Driver will be responsible for the delivery and setup of client equipment in a safe, efficient, and professional manner at the customer job site or a client Service Center site. In this role, the individual will also record transactions accurately and assist in the yard when not engaged in driving responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist yard and field personnel in loading and unloading trucks with Godwin pumping equipment.
• Secure all items loaded on the truck for safe over-the-road travel in accordance with Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) Federal Department of Transportation, and local Department of Transportation guidelines.
• Review all items to be delivered (or picked up) with customer to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Obtain customers signature on Godwin Rental Contract paperwork.
• Maintain presence of all required driver (licenses, medical cards, etc.) documents always.
• Maintain logbooks with entries for driving, on duty, etc. in accordance with DOT guidelines.
• Maintain mileage and fuel logs as required.
• Perform daily visual inspections of Godwin delivery equipment and documenting any items in need of service.
• Comply with all company and customer safety requirements.
• Always maintain communication with Dispatch as to location, estimated arrival/departure times, and any potential issues.
• Assist in the set-up of Godwin pumping equipment, as necessary.
• Assist customer with start-up instructions as needed or requested.
• Available for rotating on-call schedule for off-hours emergency driving assignments.
• Assist as needed in preparing rental equipment for dispatch and ensuring yard is organized and maintained.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organizational needs.

Qualification:

• Ability to follow directions and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours in order to respond to customer emergencies.
• Ability to read, write legibly and communicate effective with co-workers, supervisors/managers and customers both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read blueprints or other layout and design documents.
• Basic computer skills. Demonstrated ability to safely operate diesel powered hydraulic lifting equipment, i.e., forklifts, front-end loaders, tow motors, telehandlers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate small and large diameter fusion machines.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose and repair simple mechanical issues.

Education and Experience:

• High school or general equivalency degree.
• Experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record; Class A preferred or willingness to upgrade Class B license.
• Experience with flatbed trailers and proper load securement techniques (chaining, strapping, etc.).
• Prior experience operating heavy industrial equipment such as telehandlers, skid steers, air tuggers, etc.
• Prior experience fusing HDPE pipe ranging from 2 inch to 48 inches.
• Specialized Knowledge Required: Department of Transportation Medical card.
• Fusion machine certification preferred. Forklift certification preferred.
• 1-3 years' experience

CDL Requirements

• Driver must hold a valid CDL with the correct class and any needed endorsements (P, S, H, etc.).

DOT Medical + Drug/Alcohol Requirements

• Must have a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Pre employment drug test is required.
• Employer must run a Clearinghouse full query before allowing a driver to operate and conduct annual queries.

Driver Qualification File (DQF) Employer Must Maintain Required documents include:

• Employment application with the required work history.
• Initial MVR + annual MVR updates.
• Safety Performance History (last 3 years).
• Road test certificate.

Note: Will need to go to Arizona every Monday and come back Tuesday to do local deliveries that will include San Diego, Buena Park, once every other month there will be a Vegas load as well Medical card, pre-employment drug test results, Clearinghouse query results, and annual driving record review.