Local Truck Driver

Local Truck Driver

The purpose of the Local Truck Driver is to be responsible for using trucks to transport company goods between local facilities and warehouses.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with the Dispatcher to request and receive work assignments
• Communicate any concerns
• Operate communications equipment
• Observe minor maintenance needs on the trucks and trailers and document accordingly
• Document product overage, shortage, or damage
• Complete required reports
• Connect and disconnect air lines from the truck to trailer
• Demonstrate dependability and consistent, punctual attendance for all work assignments

Performance Expectations (If Applicable)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching is required approximately 50 times per shift.
• Stooping is required approximately 100 times per shift for approximately 10-second intervals.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trucks frequently and pass a physical.

Experience/Education Requirements

• Must have at least 2 years of previous verifiable truck driving history/experience
• Hold and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Must be able to speak, read and write well enough to communicate with the general public, to respond to law enforcement and DOT officials
• Available for overtime, weekend, and holiday work when needed
• Driving record must withstand a motor vehicle report check

Other Requirements

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.